Basketball Australia, alongside Commonwealth Games Australia, on Thursday announced its Gangurrus teams that will compete at the Glasgow 2026 Games from July 24–29. The men’s side, coached by Cairns’ Adam Forde, features Perth skipper Jesse Wagstaff, Brisbane wing Sam McDaniel, former Illawarra Hawk Jonah Antonio and NBL24 champion Jarred Bairstow.
As a way to support Men’s Mental Health Week, the NBL, in partnership with Australia's leading preventive mental health charity for boys and young men, The Man Cave, hosted an activation at Port Melbourne’s Courtside.
The Adelaide 36ers are reportedly close to finalising their roster for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season. According to ESPN’s Olgun Uluc, John Jenkins III is finalising a one-year deal to return to the Adelaide 36ers.
A 14-year NBA veteran might be the next big name to join the NBL, according to a news report released this week. CODE Sports has linked 35-year-old Jae Crowder to Adelaide, as coach, Trevor Gleeson, and head of basketball operations, Matt Weston, finalise the team’s final import spot and roster.
The Tasmania JackJumpers appear set to bounce back in a way during the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season, after revamping their roster.
Momentum continues to build for the Gold Coast to secure the 11th licence for the Hungry Jack’s NBL, but one key element looms crucial in their potential bid.
With just one week until the 2026 NBA Draft, many experts continue to project NBL Next Star Karim Lopez to be selected inside the lottery.
The Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season was one to remember for Perth Wildcats big man Jo Lual-Acuil Jr. In his first season in Perth, the South Sudanese international posted career-high marks in points (17.1) and steals (0.7).
The Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Season was one to remember for Sydney Kings star Kendric Davis. The United States point guard guided the Harbour City outfit to their sixth NBL title, while taking home the Championship Series MVP honours, in one of the all-time great deciders.
Pete Hooley catches up with newly crowned NBL Champion and Championship Series MVP Kendric Davis, as he opens up about his journey with the Sydney Kings, the drive to win, and what fuels his competitive spirit.
Karim Lopez’s two seasons in the Hungry Jack’s NBL are as strong as any of the highly talented players to progress through the Next Stars program. Across his two seasons with the New Zealand Breakers, the Mexican talent increased his skills and stats across the board.
The Sydney Kings have finalised a deal to re-sign one of their Hungry Jack’s NBL26 champions. According to ESPN’s Olgun Uluc and the Sydney Kings, Torrey Craig has finalised a new one-year deal to return to the Harbour City.
The Illawarra Hawks announced on Tuesday that they have re-signed guard Johny Narkle on a new two-year deal.
It appears Melbourne United’s search for a new Head Coach will drag out even further, after their reported main target has decided to take up another European position.
Before being crowned as a 2025 NBA champion with Oklahoma City, former Next Star Ousmane Dieng was shining for the New Zealand Breakers. The French wing made 23 appearances for the Breakers during the Hungry Jack’s NBL22 Season, with the best coming in Round 19 against South East Melbourne.
The Brisbane Bullets have reportedly set their sights targeted on a European star as one of their imports for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season. According to ESPN’s Olgun Uluc, the Bullets are looking closely at Lithuanian point guard Arnas Velička.
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The New York Knicks’ run to the 2026 NBA championship was one for the history books, ending a 53-year title drought. That run had a distinct NBL flavour, with three former stars playing a role in the Knicks’ 4-1 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals.
The New York Knicks ended a 53-year NBA championship drought on Sunday, defeating San Antonio 94-90 in Game 5 on Sunday. Playing a part in the Knicks’ success was former NBL Next Star Ariel Hukporti.
As the dust starts to settle on the 2026 adidas Eurocamp, NBL Next Stars Head Coach Phil Handy has had time to reflect on just how special his group’s victory was in Italy.
Mexico's Karim Lopez set the NBL alight in his first season with the New Zealand Breakers as a Next Star. Go behind-the-scenes of the 19-year-old's exceptional second season as he chases his NBA dream, helping lead the Breakers to the first ever Ignite Cup Championship in the process.
The growth of the NBL over the past 12 months has been incredible, shown by the record-breaking Hungry Jack’s 2025-26 Season. That is exponentially higher again when compared to the NBL21 campaign, which was the last time that incoming Adelaide 36ers Head Coach Trevor Gleeson spent in the League.
With every passing day, the NBA dream of NBL Next Star Karim Lopez gets closer. The Mexican forward, who helped the New Zealand Breakers win the Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Ignite Cup, is currently working out with numerous NBA teams, following a strong Draft Combine in Chicago.
The NBL and WNBL announced Optus as an exciting new major partner on Friday, with a focus on innovation and connection to the community. Few know the importance of fans to both clubs and the sport of basketball more than the players.
Nearly six months after signing with the NBL Next Stars program, it was announced this week that rising talent Luke Paul is joining the Cairns Taipans for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season.
With five years of experience together, few coaches know six-time MVP Bryce Cotton better than Trevor Gleeson. From the Hungry Jack’s NBL17 to the NBL21 Seasons, that duo delivered three championships to the Perth Wildcats, among plenty of other accolades.
After another strong showing on the international stage, 229-centimetre youngster Jongkuch Mach’s standing in world basketball continues to rise. This comes after the Perth talent played a key role in helping the NBL Next Stars team win the 2026 adidas Eurocamp in Italy.
The NBA Draft stocks of NBL Next Star Malique Lewis have received a massive boost after his exceptional play at the 2026 adidas Eurocamp in Italy.
The off-season of change for the South East Melbourne Phoenix has continued with the club officially farewelling star forward John Brown III on Friday.
The busy off-season for Brian Goorjian’s reigning champions has continued with the reported signing of exciting young Australian guard Jayden Stone. Both the Sydney Kings and ESPN's Olgun Uluc announced the news on Friday, pending NBL approval.
A new era of Adelaide 36ers basketball is upon the Hungry Jack’s NBL following the appointment of Head Coach Trevor Gleeson.
The NBL and WNBL on Friday announced a new major partnership with Optus, marking a significant collaboration focused on connecting fans to the moments that matter and supporting the continued growth of basketball across Australia.
The NBL and WNBL on Friday announced a new major partnership with Optus, marking a significant collaboration focused on connecting fans to the moments that matter and supporting the continued growth of basketball across Australia.
The 2026 NBA Draft hopes of NBL Next Star Malique Lewis have been given a massive boost, after he has been reportedly cleared to play by the NBA’s Fitness-to-Play Panel. According to DraftExpress’ Jonathan Givony, South East Melbourne Phoenix’s Lewis can now return to on-court activities.
The star of Max Mackinnon continues to rise after a standout performance at the 2026 adidas Eurocamp in Treviso, Italy.
The star of Max Mackinnon continues to rise after a standout performance at the 2026 adidas Eurocamp in Treviso, Italy.
Ever since he stepped foot on the international stage, Dash Daniels has proven time and time again that he’s one of the best defenders for his age in the world.
The past era of the Australian Boomers has arguably been its most successful, highlighted by the bronze medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. But the country’s men’s national team is heading into a new phase under Head Coach Adam Caporn.
One of Australia’s brightest young talents, Luke Paul, has signed with the Cairns Taipans for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season.
The game's latest Next Star has found a home, with Western Australia sensation Luke Paul joining Cairns ahead of the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season.
He helped the Tasmania JackJumpers create history by claiming the club’s maiden championship during the Hungry Jack’s NBL24 Season, and now Jordon Crawford has kept the door open on a potential reunion with his old club.
Before he was guiding the New York Knicks to the 2026 NBA Finals as Associate Head Coach, Chris Jent enjoyed a successful stint in the Hungry Jack’s NBL. During the 1995 season, Jent suited up for the North Melbourne Giants and helped them finish the regular season in third with an 18-8 record.
The Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season looms as a massive one for the Adelaide 36ers, and a big part of that is the new Head Coach, Trevor Gleeson.
Fresh off winning the Hungry Jack’s NBL26 championship with the Sydney Kings, Bul Kuol recently decided his future lay with the Adelaide 36ers.
NBL Next Star Karim Lopez has reportedly received an invitation to the 2026 NBA Draft Green Room. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Woo, the New Zealand Breakers prospect is one of 14 draft-eligible players to receive an invitation as part of the NBA’s first wave of green room invites.
The turnover from the Sydney Kings’ NBL26 championship side has continued, with another key piece being confirmed to depart.
The New Zealand Tall Blacks on Wednesday announced their squad for the upcoming 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers against the Philippines and Guam.
Zylan Cheatham was a force in the paint all season long for the Adelaide 36ers, averaging 12 points, 9.9 rebounds and 4.1 assists per game during NBL26.Ahead of his second season with the Sixers, re-live his top plays from the Hungry Jack's 2025-26 campaign below:.
The New Zealand Breakers have made another massive addition to their coaching staff for the upcoming Hungry Jack's NBL27 season, officially appointing Sebastian Gleim as their new Lead Assistant Coach.
The Cairns Taipans announced on Tuesday that they are welcoming three-time NBL champion Shaun Bruce back to the club for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season. This two-year deal for Bruce sees him re-join the club his NBL career started with back in the 2012-13 season.
Ever since reigning NBL1 West MVP Johny Narkle made his high-profile move to Geraldton, Cockburn’s fans have been waiting for a performance that put the League on notice. That performance came on Saturday, when the Cougars traveled to Evolution Mining Stadium to take on the Goldfields Giants.
The Perth Wildcats have reportedly bolstered their backcourt depth by signing the son of a former Australian Boomers legend. Both the club and ESPN's Olgun Uluc announced that, pending NBL approval, Perth native Blake Nielsen has signed a two-year contract with the Wildcats.
Before making the jump to the NBA and helping the New York Knicks reach the 2026 NBA Finals, Ariel Hukporti was excelling in the Hungry Jack’s NBL. Across three seasons with Melbourne United, the German big man made 66 appearances for the club.
The off-season of change has continued at Melbourne United with the club confirming the departure of Finn Delany on Tuesday. This comes as it was announced that the Tall Blacks forward had signed a deal to play with the Ibaraki Robots in Japan’s B.League.
The Australian Gangurrus women’s team have created history at the 2026 FIBA 3x3 World Cup in Poland. The Gangurrus, coached by 2001 NBL champion Damon Lowery, secured their first-ever silver medal after progressing to the tournament final on Sunday.
South East Melbourne Phoenix forward Malique Lewis has powered the NBL Next Stars into the final of the 2026 adidas Eurocamp, with the team defeating Eurocamp 2 94-88 to advance to the final for the second consecutive year.
This week was a special one at NBL HQ with the official opening of the Corey Williams Studio, two years since his heartbreaking passing. To mark the special occasion, Corey ‘Homicide’ Williams’ partner Filly and daughter Gabby were on hand to cut the red tape for the studio.
The Australian Gangurrus women’s team are through to the final four of the 2026 FIBA 3x3 World Cup in Poland. After finishing second in Pool A, the Gangurrus, coached by 2001 NBL champion Damon Lowery, were pitted against China in the Play-In stage of the tournament.
He took the League by storm during the Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Season, and now it appears John Brown III could be returning to the South East Melbourne Phoenix.
Fresh off completing his first Hungry Jack’s NBL Season, Next Star Dash Daniels is closer than ever to achieving his NBA dream. Although he’s committed to another campaign in NBL27, the 18-year-old guard knows how beneficial his first season was with Melbourne United.
The Tasmania JackJumpers announced on Friday the return of import David Johnson on a one-year contract. The 25-year-old sharpshooter from Louisville, Kentucky, had a strong debut season with the JackJumpers, helping his side reach the post-season.
Photo: John Davidson - Photosport. The New Zealand Breakers have continued to build their coaching staff for the upcoming Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season, by naming current Canterbury Rams Head Coach Quinn Clinton as an Assistant Coach.
Thursday was a monumental day for both the NBL and Sydney Kings, as superstar Kendric Davis penned a new two-year deal in the Harbour City. Davis electrified the Hungry Jack’s NBL during the 2025-26 season, leading the Kings to their sixth title, while winning the Championship Series MVP award.
It may have been less than a week since he parted ways with the Tasmania JackJumpers, but Sean Macdonald is reportedly attracting plenty of interest around the League.
The Marketplace is back this week with deep dives into the depth charts of the Sydney Kings and South East Melbourne Phoenix.
The Australian Gangurrus women’s team are through to the knockout rounds of the 2026 FIBA 3x3 World Cup in Poland.
Go behind-the-scenes with NBL Next Star Dash Daniels as he gets his first taste of professional basketball with Melbourne United.
The Australian Gangurrus, who have a distinct NBL flavour, have suffered two more defeats at the 2026 FIBA 3x3 World Cup in Poland.
The Brisbane Bullets announced on Thursday that they have signed Australian guard Rio Bruton as a Development Player ahead of NBL27. The 19-year-old’s signing continues a proud family legacy in Brisbane, with both his father, CJ Bruton, and grandfather, Cal Bruton, having won championships with the Bullets.
Talented forward Alex Higgins-Titsha will reportedly have a new home during the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season. According to ESPN’s Olgun Uluc and as announced by the club, pending League approval, Higgins-Titsha has signed a three-year deal with the Perth Wildcats.
Two years on, we come together to celebrate the life, legacy, and unmatched energy of Corey “Homicide” Williams. From NBL MVP to media trailblazer, Corey changed the game on and off the court.
The Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Season was one for the ages for Sydney Kings star Kendric Davis.
After going undrafted in 1995, Rick Brunson proved his NBA mettle overseas, prior to joining the Portland Trail Blazers in 1997, with both the Adelaide 36ers and Chinese side Quad City Thunder.
The Sydney Kings’ hopes of back-to-back championships increased on Thursday, with the club confirming the re-signing of superstar guard Kendric Davis.
The Sydney Kings’ championship defence reportedly received a huge boost on Thursday, with superstar Kendric Davis reportedly re-signing with the club. Both the club and ESPN's Olgun Uluc announced the news, pending NBL approval.
The 19th edition of the adidas Eurocamp, a premier global showcase for draft-eligible basketball talent, is taking place from June 5–7, 2026, in Treviso, Italy.
The playing contingent from Melbourne United, who have stayed in town during the off-season, are doing all they can to ensure the club returns to the Playoffs in NBL27. Leading that group are United stars Chris Goulding and Shea Ili, as well as former club Development Players headed to the NCAA, including Joel Foxwell, Tom Koppens, Campbell Blogg and Henry Sewell, plus numerous NBL1 athletes.
Big games, new timeslots, superstar players - the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season promises to be one of the biggest yet, and the clubs can't wait to get started. The full schedule, including game times, venues and broadcast details, is available now via the NBL App.
Melbourne United announced on Wednesday that Malith Machar is set to return to the team for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season. Coming off a campaign that saw him take to the court in 24 games, forward Machar has continued to grow as a dangerous offensive player and a talented defender.
The Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Season was arguably the best of Nathan Sobey’s career. During the 2025-26 campaign, the South East Melbourne Phoenix star averaged a career-high 22.5 points and 4.9 assists per game, while leading his team to the Playoffs.Re-live all his top plays below.
Fresh off re-signing with the Cairns Taipans on a multi-year deal, Head Coach Adam Forde has quickly outlined the club’s main priority for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season.
It’s been hailed as “one of the biggest signings in NBL history” and now the Breakers have explained the impact they believe new Head Coach Gordon Herbert can have on the club and New Zealand hoops community.
Before being drafted and dominating for the Washington Wizards, Next Star Alex Sarr was shining on NBL courts all over Australia and New Zealand. In particular was his performance on January 27, 2024 for the Perth Wildcats.
Two years on, we come together to celebrate the life, legacy, and unmatched energy of Corey “Homicide” Williams. From NBL MVP to media trailblazer, Corey changed the game on and off the court.
Over the past few weeks, there has been plenty of chatter around three-time NBA All-Star Ben Simmons and his next stop on the hardwood. The 29-year-old, who has 422 NBA games to his name, hasn’t featured in a basketball game since the end of the 2024-25 season with the Los Angeles Clippers.
He was one of the biggest stars to ever set foot in the NBL, and now he could be on his way back to the Hungry Jack’s competition.
In recent weeks, the NCAA outlined that they are looking at changing the eligibility requirements for incoming students, which includes a number of NBL talents.
Australia’s men’s Gangurrus side has opened its 2026 FIBA 3x3 World Cup campaign in Poland with back-to-back losses on Monday AEST. The Adam Forde-coached outfit fell to Spain and Austria, going down 21-12 in its opener before suffering a 21-14 defeat just a few hours later.
The Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season looms as the biggest in the League’s history, following the record-breaking 2025-26 campaign. In total, there will be 165 games played across 21 exciting rounds, with each of the 10 teams hitting the hardwood on 33 occasions.
On Monday night AEST, the 2026 FIBA 3x3 World Cup tips off in Warsaw, Poland, with Australia’s two teams strong medal chances. The men’s Gangurrus side will have a distinct NBL flavour during the June 1-7 tournament.
The changing of the guard at Melbourne United has continued, with the club announcing that Tyson Walker won’t be returning for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season.
It’s been a busy few weeks for rising star Taran Armstrong, after recently being named in the Australian Boomers squad for July’s FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers. This comes on the back of the Tasmania talent signing with his hometown JackJumpers on a multi-year deal.
Former Adelaide 36ers captain DJ Vasiljevic has pulled no punches around his departure from the club following their Game 5 Championship Series loss, saying he was blindsided by the decision.
Six-time NBL MVP Bryce Cotton headlines the Australian Boomers squad for July’s FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers in Perth. Cotton, who will make his long-awaited Boomers debut during the two RAC Arena games, is one of eight NBL players named in Adam Caporn’s 12-man squad.
The Cairns Taipans announced on Sunday that Adam Forde has signed a new two-year deal to return as the club’s Head Coach. Forde first joined the club in 2021, and this new deal will extend his time in Far North Queensland to seven straight seasons, his longest tenure with any team.
The Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season presents a new era for Melbourne United, with long-time Head Coach Dean Vickerman departing after nine seasons at the helm.
The Tasmania JackJumpers have signed New Zealand center Ben Gold ahead of the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season. Gold joins the JackJumpers after spending four seasons with the Marquette Golden Eagles in the NCAA’s Big East Conference.
The Tasmania JackJumpers have mutually parted ways with NBL24 Champion and Most Improved Player Sean Macdonald, allowing him to “pursue other opportunities”. Macdonald played 86 games for the JackJumpers, averaging 6.5 points and 2 assists per game.
The schedule for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season is officially here, with each of the 10 teams’ 33-game slate revealed.
