Podcasts about New Zealand Breakers

Sam Mennenga talks about playing in Puerto Rico and his mindset heading into NBL26 with a refreshed New Zealand Breakers club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lamar Patterson joins the podcast to talk through the highs, lows, and wild turns of a pro career that's taken him from Pittsburgh to the NBA, NBL, China, Puerto Rico, and most recently, India. Patterson opens up about his time in India's pro league, his rollercoaster ride with the Brisbane Bullets, and why things unravelled during his stint with the New Zealand Breakers. He also shares how close he came to signing NBL deals in each of the past two seasons, what's kept him motivated off the radar, and why he still hopes to return to the league that made him a fan favourite.       Topics include:

The New Zealand Breakers officially have new owners. The basketball team have a a majority owner in 47-year-old American Marc Mitchell. Mitchell's investment group includes Leon and Stephen Grice, and Paul and Liz Blackwell. New owner Marc Mitchell talks to Mike Hosking. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Change is on the horizon for the New Zealand Breakers with the sale of the Auckland-based NBL club.The ownership group, lead by former NBA player Matt Walsh who was based in America, have sold the team with new owners set to officially take over in the coming days. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

Free agency is heating up, and we've got all the latest moves covered!

Kevin Braswell, who was born in Baltimore, underwent emergency heart surgery last month. He joined the Breakers in 2010 and also played for Southland Sharks and coached Wellington Saints in the National Basketball League. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

Free Agency will be here before we know it and it’s time to review the biggest names on the market as well as previewing each and every team. In Part 2 the team review the Perth Wildcats, Sydney Kings, New Zealand Breakers, Cairns Taipans, South East Melbourne Phoenix and the Adelaide 36ers. They also take a look at some young guns playing in college that may look to the NBL next season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Henry and Logan recap the Breakers' latest games, including a big win against Tasmania led by Sam Mennenga's standout performance and a tough loss to South East Melbourne, highlighting defensive struggles. With the finals now out of reach, the boys discuss why it's time to give development players more opportunities on the court. Looking ahead to Round 18, they preview the Breakers' upcoming games and share their thoughts on the team's frequent venue changes across New Zealand. Plus, don't miss the return of the fan-favorite "Guess Who" segment! Follow Breakers Breakdown for weekly insights, analysis, and all things New Zealand basketball! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 00:41 Game recap: Tasmania win 10:28 Game recap: SEM loss 14:31 Development players discussion 17:45 Venue frustration chat 18:14 Round 18 preview26:05 Guess Who returns!

In this jam-packed episode of Breakers Breakdown, we dive deep into the exciting return of Parker Jackson-Cartwright and what his comeback means for the New Zealand Breakers as they fight to keep their playoff hopes alive. After an up-and-down season filled with challenges, injuries, and inconsistent performances, the Breakers are now at a crossroads. Can PJC's dynamic playmaking, scoring ability, and leadership spark the team's late-season surge? We break down how Jackson-Cartwright's return could reshape the Breakers' offensive flow, improve their defensive intensity, and bring much-needed energy to the lineup. We'll analyze recent performances, discuss key players who need to step up, and look at the remaining schedule to evaluate the Breakers' chances of clinching a playoff spot. Plus, we explore the biggest threats in the league standing in their way and how the Breakers can exploit matchups to gain an edge. Will this team rise to the occasion, or is it too little, too late? Join us for expert analysis, insider insights, and passionate discussion about all things New Zealand Breakers. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just tuning in for the playoff race, this episode covers everything you need to know! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and follow Breakers Breakdown for weekly updates and deep dives into the Breakers' journey through the NBL season!

Perth Wildcats superstar Bryce Cotton became the first player since Andrew Gaze in 1991 to have four consecutive 40 point games. During that hot streak Cotton also broke the record for most points in a game in the 40 minute era with a remarkable 59 points against the New Zealand Breakers. Bryce Cotton is hunting down Andrew Gaze for the title of Australian basketball's greatest ever player, and Gaze himself joined Summer Grandstand to discuss the Wildcats marvel.

We're back for Part 2 of our NBL Midseason Check-ins. Olgun chats with Tasmania JackJumpers guard Milton Doyle, Brisbane Bullets head coach Justin Schueller, Melbourne United big-man Marcus Lee, and New Zealand Breakers guard Mitch McCarron to get a gauge on how their respective teams are tracking thus far this season.   *Note: The Cairns Taipans endeavored to provide a player but it couldn't be organised in time, so that check-in will happen later in the season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Tall Blacks head coach and New Zealand Breakers legend Paul Henare joins the podcast to reflect on his illustrious basketball journey. From being a cornerstone of the New Zealand Breakers' early days to coaching in Japan's rapidly growing B.League, Henare shares his unique insights into the game across multiple continents. We dive into the 2002 Tall Blacks squad that stunned the basketball world with a fourth-place finish at the FIBA World Championships, the evolution of the New Zealand Breakers from their beginnings to championship glory, and Henare's transition into coaching. Now leading the Shimane Susanoo Magic, Henare discusses the explosive growth of Japanese basketball, the challenges of coaching in a foreign league, and the exciting prospects of the upcoming Premier League competition in Japan. Topics Include: The NBL coaching contingent in Japan: Henare, Trevor Gleeson, Aaron Fearne, Shawn Dennis, Kevin Braswell, and Mody Maor (2:00) The explosive growth of Japan's basketball scene and the upcoming Premier League (11:00) The early days of Paul Henare's basketball career (15:00) The 2002 Tall Blacks squad and its impact on New Zealand basketball (18:00) Toughest opponents faced in NBL and FIBA competition (30:00) The New Zealand Breakers' early struggles and rise to prominence (34:00) Reflecting on the Breakers' 2011 championship triumph (44:00) Transitioning into coaching and overcoming challenges (55:00) Recruiting NBL talent to Japan, including Nick Kay and Perrin Buford (1:01:00) Bryce Cotton's potential move to play in Asia next season (1:03:00) Lessons from Henare's basketball journey and what's next (1:05:00) Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of basketball uniforms. Head to Aussie Hoopla to check out previous podcasts featuring: Australian Basketball Legends: Luc Longley, Andrew Gaze, Shane Heal, Mark Bradtke, David Andersen, Andrew Vlahov, Phil Smyth, CJ Bruton, Chris Anstey, Brett Maher, Sam MacKinnon, John Rillie, Tony Ronaldson, Damian Martin, Brad Newley Current NBL Stars: Bryce Cotton, Chris Goulding, Xavier Cooks, Tyler Harvey, Dejan Vasiljevic, Jordan Hunter, Flynn Cameron, Keli Leaupepe, Jason Cadee, Mitch McCarron, Anthony Drmic, Luke Travers, Sam Froling, Jesse Wagstaff Our Finest Coaching Minds: Brian Goorjian, Barry Barnes, Joey Wright, Adrian Hurley, Adam Forde, Aaron Fearne, Rob Beveridge, Ian Stacker, Shawn Dennis, Dean Vickerman, Trevor Gleeson, Lindsey Gaze, Ken Cole, Will Weaver, Bruce Palmer NBA Stars Past & Present: Andrew Bogut, Matthew Dellavedova, Stephen Jackson, Jack McVeigh, Randy Livingston, Torrey Craig, Jack White, Acie Earl, Josh Childress, Reggie Smith, Todd Lichti, Ryan Broekhoff, Doug Overton The NBL's Greatest Imports: Leroy Loggins, Darryl McDonald, Ricky Grace, Cal Bruton, Derek Rucker, Leon Trimmingham, Scott Fisher, Lanard Copeland, Dwayne McClain, Darnell Mee, Shawn Redhage, Al Green, Steve Woodberry, Doug Overton, Kevin Lisch The Men In Control: Larry Kestelman, Mal Speed, Paul Maley, Vince Crivelli, Jeremy Loeliger, Chris Pongrass, Jeff Van Groningen, Bob Turner, Danny Mills Follow @AussieHoopla on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook or email us at info@aussiehoopla.com  

D'Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap this week's sporting news. Highlights for tonight include: Warren Lees on the future of Gary Stead in the top role Sam Mennenga on the Breakers looking to bounce back against Tasmania. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back inside Wildcats camp with host Daniel Leach from 92.9 Triple M, Wildcats young gun Elijah Pepper and Perth Lynx star Miela Sowah.We discuss the record-breaking performance from Bryce Cotton against the New Zealand Breakers.In the lead up to Heritage Round and the Wildcats celebration of the 1995 Championship win, 4-time NBL champion Ricky Grace joins the chat. He takes us back to the post-game celebrations which included flying to London and a lot of head shaving. Plus, he picks his all-time Wildcats starting 5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back inside Wildcats camp with host Daniel Leach, Wildcats young gun Elijah Pepper and Perth Lynx star Miela Sowah. We discuss the record-breaking performance from Bryce Cotton against the New Zealand Breakers. In the lead up to Heritage Round and the Wildcats celebration of the 1995 Championship win, 4-time NBL champion Ricky Grace joins the chat.  He takes us back to the post-game celebrations which included flying to London and a lot of head shaving. Plus, he picks his all-time Wildcats starting 5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian National Basketball League has been called on to better protect players and their families from social media abuse.Straight after Tasmania defeated the New Zealand Breakers, the JackJumpers coach used his platform to reveal some of the threats his playing group and those closest to them had endured, sport reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

Send us a textIn this episode of Beyond The Buzzer hosts Josh Higgins, Ryan Tucker, and Jeremy Darke delve into the latest happenings in the NBL.The episode kicks off with a discussion on the biggest moments from the last round. They also provide a quick rundown of the current power rankings and conclude with "The Basketball Fix MVP" segment, highlighting standout performances from Jack White, Montrezl Harrell, and Xavier Cooks. Don't miss this in-depth look at the latest NBL action.If you want to hear more check out our website, instagram and youtube below and if you enjoyed todays episode please rate, review and follow the show for more.Website - https://www.thebasketballfix.com/Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BasketballFixPodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/basketball_fix_podcast/Let us know what you want to hear next and stay tuned for more.

Captain of the Tasmania JackJumpers, Clint Steindl, recaps the Jackies' win against the New Zealand Breakers at MyState Bank Arena on Saturday. Matthew Thomas from the Bureau of Meteorology details this week's weather forecast, explaining the difference between wind and a breeze. And, Mark Brown, Founder of the Yes AFL Team, Yes Stadium group, calls in to share his thoughts about yesterday's RSL vigil at the Hobart Cenotaph.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Breakers 'Next Star' Karim Lopez joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss his recent success down under in the NBL. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Zealand Breakers have travelled across the world to start NBL25 but they ended round 7 as the talking point of the league. After dominant wins over Adelaide and Melbourne, what stands out about the Breakers 6-2 start and are they a genuine contender? Elsewhere, the South East Melbourne Phoenix have found some positivity of late, collecting two wins for new head coach Josh King. What did King bring to the table? What were the immediate changes? Kane and Olgun break down the big storylines with additional lines on the Melbourne offence, Perth defence and Sydney Kings rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Leif Thulin and Spencer Jones react to the Jazz's win over the New Zealand Breakers and discuss what areas stood out and which players have appeared to take strides forward. furthermore, Leif and Spencer discuss what they are watching for throughout the season from the youthful Utah Jazz. Lastly, Leif and Spencer give thoughts on the BIG 12 conference hoops scene as schedules have been released and guess how BYU and Utah will do and briefly analyze what they are looking forward to seeing on the college hoops side.

ZB's own D'Arcy Waldegrave returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Warren Lees - Former Blackcaps Coach - On why India are so have to beat at home? Tacko Fall - Former NBA Star - On joining up with the New Zealand Breakers for 'training' purposes? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Philadelphia 76ers begin their preseason schedule with a comfortable 139-82 win over the visiting New Zealand Breakers. Tyrese Maxey showed up ready to play, scoring 15 points and playing all of his minutes in the opening quarter to set the tone for the home team. Rookie Jared McCain was impressive in his preseason NBA debut, matching Maxey, veteran guard Reggie Jackson, and big man Guerschon Yabusele for a team-best point total of 15.

Jared McCain, Guerschon Yabusele, and Tyrese Maxey were among the standouts in the Sixers' preseason opener vs. the New Zealand Breakers. Is it too early to overreact?Derek, Devon, and Kyle discuss trends from camp and game one and what they think might carry over into the regular season. They also touch on Philadelphia's increased pace.

From 'Clap Your Hands' (subscribe here): James Jackson is back with another daily Sixers pod. Today, he recaps the Sixers first preseason game against the New Zealand Breakers. There was a lot of good, but some things that need improvement. He breaks it all down here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Utah Jazz forward Cody Williams addressed the media after the team's 116-87 preseason win over the New Zealand Breakers.

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markannen addressed the media after the team's 116-87 preseason win over the New Zealand Breakers.

Utah Jazz coach Will Hardy addressed the media after the team's 116-87 preseason win over the New Zealand Breakers.

NBL legend Mark Dalton, who played 17 seasons across five NBL teams, joins host Dan Boyce on the podcast to review the early performances of all ten NBL teams. Together, they explore each team's potential ceiling for the season and discuss the key challenges that could prevent them from reaching their full potential. With a career that included stints with the Canberra Cannons, Sydney Kings, Brisbane Bullets, and Wollongong Hawks, Dalton brings a wealth of experience and insight to the conversation. His unique perspective highlights the adjustments teams need to make and the issues they face on the court. Dalton's analysis and reflections offer a deep dive into the current NBL season, providing fans with expert insights from one of the league's most experienced players. Adelaide 36ers (2:00) Brisbane Bullets (15:00) Cairns Taipans (23:00) Illawarra Hawks (28:00) Melbourne United (35:00) New Zealand Breakers (43:00) Perth Wildcats (48:00) South East Melbourne Phoenix (54:00) Sydney Kings (101:00) Tasmania JackJumpers (1:06:00) Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of basketball uniforms. Head to Aussie Hoopla to check out previous podcasts featuring: Australian Basketball Legends: Luc Longley, Andrew Gaze, Shane Heal, Mark Bradtke, Leroy Loggins, David Andersen, Andrew Vlahov, Phil Smyth, CJ Bruton, Chris Anstey, Brett Maher, Sam MacKinnon, John Rillie, Tony Ronaldson, Damian Martin, Brad Newley Current NBL Stars: Bryce Cotton, Chris Goulding, Tyler Harvey, Dejan Vasiljevic, Flynn Cameron, Keli Leaupepe, Jason Cadee, Mitch McCarron, Anthony Drmic, Luke Travers, Sam Froling, Jesse Wagstaff, Tanner Krebs Our Finest Coaching Minds: Brian Goorjian, Barry Barnes, Joey Wright, Adrian Hurley, Aaron Fearne, Rob Beveridge, Ian Stacker, Shawn Dennis, Dean Vickerman, Trevor Gleeson, Lindsey Gaze, Ken Cole, Will Weaver, Bruce Palmer NBA Stars Past & Present: Andrew Bogut, Matthew Dellavedova, Stephen Jackson, Randy Livingston, Torrey Craig, Jack White, Acie Earl, Josh Childress, Reggie Smith, Todd Lichti, Ryan Broekhoff, Doug Overton The NBL's Greatest Imports: Darryl McDonald, Ricky Grace, Derek Rucker, Leon Trimmingham, Scott Fisher, Lanard Copeland, Dwayne McClain, Darnell Mee, Shawn Redhage, Al Green, Steve Woodberry, Doug Overton, Kevin Lisch The Men In Control: Larry Kestelman, Mal Speed, Paul Maley, Vince Crivelli, Jeremy Loeliger, Chris Pongrass, Jeff Van Groningen, Bob Turner, Danny Mills And much more. Follow @AussieHoopla on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook or email us at info@aussiehoopla.com

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George addressed the media after shootaround ahead of the preseason opener against the New Zealand Breakers. 

New Zealand Breakers import centre Freddie Gillespie has apologised for an on-court incident which got him suspended for the Australian National Basketball League opener. Gillespie headbutted a Sydney Kings player during a pre-season game and faces a one-match ban which will see him sidelined for Saturday's clash against Brisbane. The 27-year-old American is eager to prove to his new club's fans he's not a bad guy, sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

Pete Hooley catches up with recently appointed New Zealand Breakers coach Petteri Koponen at NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, to get to know the Ex Honka Playboy from his beginnings as a player to his style as a coach. What is Petteri looking forward to about joining the NBL as the coach of the Breakers? Want more NBL news and action ⤵️ Download the NBL app - https://nbl.com.au/app Read more - https://nbl.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrej Lemanis is a former professional basketball player and now coach.As a player he won the Australian National championship with the South East Melbourne Magic in 1992. He then transitioned into coaching holding various assistant roles until he was appointed head coach of the New Zealand Breakers in 2005. That team would ultimately go on to win 3 consecutive Championships, helping Andrej to be appointed to as the Australian Men's coach in 2013. He would go on to take the Australian team from a world ranking of 11 to 3, its highest ever and go to become the winningest national coach ever. He is presently the coach of Altria Chiba in the Japan league. If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at paul@thegreatcoachespodcast.com or contact us through our website thegreatcoachespodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The New Zealand Breakers need a new coach just months out from the start of the Australian National Basketball League season. Head coach Mody Maor has quit after two years in the job opting to take up a coaching role in Asia. Sports reporter Felicity Reid speaks to Susana Lei'ataua

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with the Head Coach of the New Zealand Breakers, Mody Maor. In this highly insightful conversation the trio dive into topics of layering offensive actions, drag screen reads, and discuss weekly practice planning and evaluating competitiveness during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit??!"To join coaches and staff from the NBA to High School from over 40 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

The New Zealand Breakers have got a huge piece locked in for NBL25 with the re-signing of Parker Jackson-Cartwright.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The final four is set in the NBL, with the Illawarra Hawks outlasting the New Zealand Breakers on Monday night. How did the Hawks win? Should the Breakers feel unlucky? Was this a coming of age moment for Sam Froling? How will the Hawks handle United? Also, Brian Goorjian looks set to re-join the Sydney Kings, as Kane and Olgun ponder why this job would be attractive for the legendary coach. Will local players flock to the Kings to play under Goorj? Finally, Perth and Tasmania are set to tip on Friday night. How many points does Bryce Cotton need to score for the Wildcats to win and are the JackJumpers favourites? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With one round to play, one of the Sydney Kings, New Zealand Breakers, Illawarra Hawks or Brisbane Bullets will miss the Play-In tournament. How did the Kings get here? Why have they been unable to stop the skid despite boasting a star studded roster? Which team is in the greatest danger of missing out? Have the Breakers found an easy fix for losing Anthony Lamb? Who is the coach of the year? How should team success factor in to individual awards? Which games are must watch in the final round? Kane and Olgun unpack another week of chaos.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A storied 16-year professional basketball career will soon come to an end for Breakers forward Tom Abercrombie. The club's all-time leader in games and points will retire at the conclusion of the NBL season, after winning four championships with the side. Abercrombie made his debut in 2008, and has racked up a record 425 appearances during his long-running athletic career. He says he's 'extremely grateful' for the time he's spent on the team, but he's ready for his next adventure. "It's time for me to experience new challenges and adventures, and pass that baton over to someone else." Abercrombie's final home game for the Breakers will likely be this Friday against Brisbane at Spark Arena. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finally healthy, have the New Zealand Breakers announced themselves as a threat in the NBL title race? Losers of four out of their last five games, what is going on in Tasmania and are the JackJumpers in trouble? Only one team has beaten Melbourne United twice this season….the Cairns Taipans. While that might be surprising, the young talent on the Taipans roster continues to bring a unique look at building a team. South East Melbourne fall to another poor loss and why have the Illawarra Hawks played so few games? Kane and Olgun discuss the New Year weekend hoops, Trevor Gleeson returning to the NBA and plenty more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Canzano digs into the matchups between Oregon at Washington and Oregon State vs. UCLA coming up this weekend. 750 The Game Beavers Contributor T.J. Mathewson details the latest from Oregon State practice and how the Beavs match up with the Bruins stingy defense. Portland State head coach Bruce Barnum stops by ahead of the Vikings big road test at Northern Arizona and shares his background with Penn State head coach James Franklin, and we debate if the Blazers will cover the 21.5 points over the New Zealand Breakers. Subscribe to this podcast for more great content.

Plus, Trail Blazers open their preseason against the New Zealand Breakers.

The ACC could be in for one hell of a tiebreaker to determine their conference champion.  Update on Xfinity/Root Sports flap. Blazers open preseason vs New Zealand Breakers. Former 76ers owner says James Harden is all in, actually. BetMGM Tonight host Ryan Horvat makes his weekly visit. Worst Day on the Web - wait until you hear how USC is preparing for a little rain this Saturday in South Bend.

Duck Territory's Erik Skopil joins the show to preview #8 Oregon at #7 Washington. 3 up, 3 down: Danny & Dusty's movers & shakers in Week 5 of the NFL. Xfinity moving Root Sports to a more premium tier package. Blazers open preseason tonight vs New Zealand Breakers.

Duck Territory's Erik Skopil previews #8 Oregon at #7 Washington. 3 up, 3 down: Danny & Dusty's movers & shakers in Week 5 of the NFL. Xfinity moving Root Sports to a more premium package. Blazers open preseason against the New Zealand Breakers.

On the latest 2023 Training Camp edition of The Blazers Balcony, Brooke Olzendam and Casey Holdahl discuss...• First impressions from training camp in Santa Barbara• How training camp feels different from last year's and why that might be the case• How Scoot Henderson and the rest of the rookies looked in their first training camp• Getting to know Malcolm Brogdon, Deandre Ayton and Robert Williams III on the off the court at training camp• Another great Fan's Fest• Portland's exhibition game versus the New Zealand Breakers and Phoenix Suns and why there's plenty of reason to pay attention to preseason this year

The Blazer Focused podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive's Aaron Fentress with Craig Birnbach, reacts to the success of Sunday's Fan Fest and discuss how Portland Trail Blazers training camp went with preseason games getting started Tuesday night against the New Zealand Breakers. They talk lineups, small forward, expectations for Scoot Henderson and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

He is notable for receiving the NIT Most Valuable Player award, in the NIT tournament. Other honors he has received include 2003-2004 All SEC, 2004-2005 Preseason All SEC, and 2005 Team outstanding rebounder. Throughout his four-year career, he scored over 1500 points (1541), 600 rebounds (641), and 70 3-point field goals (71). He also holds the school record for most games played with 132. KBL #SECBasketball #podcast #nba #kbl #southkorea #southcarolina #coaching #ballisllife #coachlife After college, Powell played professionally for Benfica in Portugal where he was the fourth leading scorer in the league with 19.4 points and 7 rebounds a game. He was subsequently named to the All-League MVP team and all league imports first team. Powell played for the New Zealand Breakers of the Australian National Basketball League during the 2006-2007 season. He shone in his debut with the Breakers, scoring 34 points against the South Dragons. Powell was arguably the team's best player throughout the 06-07 season, leading the league in points scored with 28.3 per game. He was also top 10 in the league in steals, and won the 06-07 slam-dunk competition at the NBL All-Star game. Carlos played for the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Summer League in 2007. After failing to secure a contract, he was signed by the Ukrainian team Azovmash Mariupol. On November 1, 2007 Carlos was selected 2nd overall in the draft by the Dakota Wizards of the NBA D-League [1]. In the D-league, he averaged 22 ppg, 6.6 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.4 steals. On November 1, 2009 Carlos was selected 1st overall in the draft by the Albuquerque Thunderbirds of the NBA D-League although he did not stay the entire season. He finished up in the CBL with the Liaoning Panpan Hunters, he averaged 25 ppg, 6.6rebounds. In 2011 Powell played for Zob Ahan Isfahan in Isfahan, Iran averaging 20ppg, 12rpg and 3.5apg. In August 2011 he signed with Maccabi Haifa B.C. in Israel.[1] He return to the Incheon Elephants in South Korea for the 2012-13 KBL season. He was again signed by Incheon ET Land Elephants for 2013-2014 KBL season.[2] In February 2017, Powell signed with Trotamundos. In July 2017, Powell was named Most Valuable Player of the 2017 Liga Profesional de Baloncesto season.