Richardson rips through Cougars in thrilling win
THE ELTHAM Wildcats held on for a thrilling one-point win over the McKinnon Cougars in Round 5 of the VJBL Under-18 Girls VC Championship over the weekend, with Sophie Richardson starring once again for the victors. Both sides came into the clash on the brink of being inside the top-four, and although the Sandringham Sabres […]
Kouakou-Heugue set to wonder as Wildcats Next Star
NOA KOUAKOU-HENGUE has become the second Frenchman to join the Perth Wildcats as an NBL Next Star, after joining the pathway for the 2025/26 season following an eye-catching stint on the international stage. A big man who brings plenty of versatility to the table, Kouakou-Heugue stands a mighty six-foot-11, and is rising as a prospect […]
2025 NBA Draft Team Wrap – Los Angeles Lakers
THE BIGGEST team in the land, the Los Angeles Lakers acquired another young piece with their sole selection at the 2025 NBA Draft last month, moving up the order ahead of night two in order to get their man. The Lakers were unable to go deep into the playoffs despite making one of the biggest […]
Tigers triumph over Cavaliers in low-scoring thriller
THE MELBOURNE Tigers hit their straps in the final term of their clash against the Casey Cavaliers in Round 15 of the Big V Youth Championship Women’s over the weekend, sneaking away with a four-point win. The Tigers have been the team to beat throughout the 2025 season to date, entering the 15th round of […]
Nunawading nails fourth quarter to defeat Dandenong
THE NUNAWADING Spectres stormed home in their VJBL U18 Boys VC Championship Clash to win against Dandenong Rangers in their Round 5 matchup at Dandenong Stadium on Friday night. Throughout the first four weeks, the VC Championship has delivered some cracking contests as the best sides from the first half of 2025 go head-to-head on […]
Emus bested by Canada in final outing
THE 2025 FIBA World Cup concluded overnight, with the Australian Emus defeated by Canada in the class 5-6 match in Switzerland, finishing their campaign with a second consecutive loss after being knocked out of title contention over the weekend. The Aussies were unable to continue their winning streak when they faced off against Germany over […]
2025 NBA Draft Team Wrap – Los Angeles Clippers
THE LOS Angeles Clippers got a much-needed injection of youth with their two selections at the 2025 NBA Draft last week in Chicago, adding a pair of pieces that can be crucial in the pursuit of their first championship. The Clippers were unable to go deep into the playoffs once again after being eliminated by […]
2025 NBA Draft Team Wrap – Indiana Pacers
FRESH OFF an exciting appearance in the NBA Finals, the Indiana Pacers had just the one pick at the 2025 NBA Draft, looking to find a bargain as they enter their championship window despite having a tougher year ahead. The Pacers stunned everyone with one of the most memorable playoff runs in recent history, defeating […]
2025 NBA Draft Team Wrap – Golden State Warriors
GOLDEN State Warriors were made to wait for their selections at the 2025 NBA Draft in Chicago last week, but made some eye-catching additions on night two of proceedings as they look towards the future. Having been the most successful team of the last decade, the Warriors’ stars are in the twilight of their careers, […]
2025 NBA Draft Team Wrap – Detroit Pistons
IT WAS one and done for the Detroit Pistons at the 2025 NBA Draft in Chicago last week, making just the sole selection of Chaz Lanier over the two nights of proceedings in a pick that ensures they still have quality young talent coming through. The Pistons made the leap into contention last season when […]
2025 NBA Draft Team Wrap – Dallas Mavericks
IT WAS as straightforward as possible for the Dallas Mavericks at the 2025 NBA Draft in Chicago last week, making the most obvious selection in years with the first overall pick in the first round. The trajectory of the Mavericks’ franchise changed in May when they defied the odds to snag the top selection at […]
Freeman ferocious with damaging double-double
THE MANDURAH Magic were able to claim an impressive 16-point win over the Goldfields Giants in the NBL1 West over the weekend, with former college talent Sammie Freeman proving a serious force both as a scorer and rebounder. The Magic are locked in an engaging race for a finals spot, and came into Sunday’s clash […]
