McGowens masterful for Rip City Remix
IN A tough G League season for the Rip City Remix throughout 2024/25, with the side missing the postseason after finishing in 12th spot in the Western Conference, two-way guard Bryce McGowens was immense. Currently on a two-way contract with the Portland Trail Blazers, McGowens was a massive standout throughout his 16 games with the […] The post McGowens masterful for Rip City Remix appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
Furphy fuels CoE despite tough loss
ALTHOUGH the Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (BA CoE) could not get the job done against the Sydney Comets in Round 8 of the 2025 NBL1 East Men’s season, captain Jacob Furphy was still a standout for the team of youngsters. The CoE have been one of the better sides throughout the 2024/25 season, coming […] The post Furphy fuels CoE despite tough loss appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
2025 NBA Draft Team preview – Chicago Bulls
CHICAGO Bulls had an up and down season, storming home to make the play-in in the final stages of the season, before being eliminated by the Miami Heat in the do-or-die clash of the tournament in April, and can consider themselves among the unluckiest when it comes to the draft lottery. They were the last […] The post 2025 NBA Draft Team preview – Chicago Bulls appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
Blues blast past Geelong in huge win
FRANKSTON Blues had a massive win over Geelong United in Round 10 of the Big V Youth Championship Men’s division, defeating the latter by 30 points at Dreamstreet Lending Arena on Sunday afternoon. The Blues have been one of the strongest sides throughout the first 10 weeks of the season, and entered Sunday’s clash with […] The post Blues blast past Geelong in huge win appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
Sabres do it again to continue dominant campaign
THE SANDRINGHAM Sabres 1 have shown no signs of slowing down in the Victorian Junior Basketball League (VJBL) Under-18 Girls VC Ashe division, recording another big win, this time over the Casey Cavaliers. The Sabres have been unstoppable this season, and at this stage, it is hard to see anyone pass them in championship favouritism, […] The post Sabres do it again to continue dominant campaign appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
2025 NBA Draft Team Preview – Charlotte Hornets
THE CHARLOTTE Hornets were one of a few teams that could consider themselves unlucky heading into the 2025 NBA Draft, sliding down at the draft lottery and finding their first selection outside the top three despite enduring another tough campaign. Although superstar point guard LaMelo Ball impressed whenever he was on the court and Brandon […] The post 2025 NBA Draft Team Preview – Charlotte Hornets appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
Tigers triumph over Spectres in strong showing
THE MELBOURNE Tigers made it two from two in Round 10 of the Big V Youth Championship Women’s competition over the weekend after defeating the Nunawading Spectres in the former’s second clash in as many days. The Tigers have been an extremely balanced outfit throughout the course of the 2025 season to date, making them […] The post Tigers triumph over Spectres in strong showing appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
Spectres fall to Wildcats in willing contest
AN 18-10 third frame proved decisive as the Eltham Wildcats got the job done over the Nunawading Spectres in Round 9 of the VJBL Under-18 Boys VC Watson division when the two sides clashed over the weekend. The two sides have been around the mark this season, and put in good performances the week prior. […] The post Spectres fall to Wildcats in willing contest appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
2025 NBA Draft Team Preview – Brooklyn Nets
ANOTHER year has passed in the rebuild of the Brooklyn Nets, but the team has secured another top-10 selection at the 2025 NBA Draft, and in such a strong class, will undoubtedly add a key piece for the future. Injuries plagued the likes of Cam Thomas and Cameron Johnson throughout the 2024/25 season, and off-season […] The post 2025 NBA Draft Team Preview – Brooklyn Nets appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
Mason makes his mark in winning campaign
IN WHAT would be considered a successful season, Stockton Kings star Mason Jones powered his team to a G League championship in April, and was deservingly named Finals MVP for his efforts in the decisive series. Jones was a driving force for the Kings all throughout the 2024/25 season, putting together a consistent campaign and […] The post Mason makes his mark in winning campaign appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
2025 NBA Draft Team Preview – Boston Celtics
THE BOSTON Celtics came into the season as the reigning NBA Champions, but could not go back to back after falling in the second round of the playoffs last week after being eliminated by the New York Knicks. Boasting one of the strongest rosters in the NBA, the Celtics were a strong chance to go […] The post 2025 NBA Draft Team Preview – Boston Celtics appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
Harkless’ heroic season as Elijah steps up
IT WAS a breakout campaign from Utah Jazz two-way guard Elijah Harkless in the G League this season, proving a vital member of the Salt Lake City Stars and emerging as a serious talent throughout the 2024/25 fixture. On the season, Harkless averaged 26.9 points to go with 5.3 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.3 steals […] The post Harkless’ heroic season as Elijah steps up appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
