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The Sydney Kings thrilled a record-breaking 18,373 fans with a championship performance that puts them one victory away from NBL glory. Kendric Davis made history while leading his team to a crucial 106-93 win over Adelaide.
Former NBL player AJ Ogilvy has publicly shared that he's gay and has been married to his husband for 18 months, marking another milestone for LGBTQ+ visibility in Australian basketball. His announcement comes during the league's Pride Round weekend, just three years after Adelaide 36ers player Isaac Humphries became the first openly gay active player in the NBL.
The Adelaide 36ers are headed to the NBL championship series for the first time since 2018, powered by star recruit Bryce Cotton's explosive 38-point performance. The team's dominant 108-96 victory over South East Melbourne Phoenix has fans celebrating a long-awaited return to basketball's biggest stage.
Mercury Nonu, son of two-time Rugby World Cup champion Ma'a Nonu, led his team to victory in his first game with the Wellington Saints basketball squad. The 17-year-old scored 10 points and proved he's ready to follow his own path on the court.
Basketball legend Joe Ingles believes Australia's new generation of NBA stars can bring home Olympic medals at the 2028 Los Angeles and 2032 Brisbane Games. Led by rising talents Josh Giddey and Dyson Daniels, the revamped Boomers squad is ready to build on their historic 2021 bronze medal win.
An 18-year-old basketball star from Hermosillo is expected to become the first Mexican-born player selected in the first round of the NBA Draft this June. Karim López's journey from childhood dreams to professional basketball in Australia has positioned him to break barriers for Mexican athletes.
Over 216,000 founding members are preparing to secure seats for Tasmania's first AFL team debut in 2028. The Devils launch a phased membership system this month that gives fans early access to reserve their spot in history.