Smith Jr. still among top prospects despite injury concern
A MONTH ago, there was no doubt that Arkansas’ Nick Smith Jr. was in the top five NBA Draft prospects for 2023, but interest surrounding a recent injury has added intrigue to the exciting prospect. Although there are bigger names on the draft board, the combo guard has excited scouts with his size and athleticism […]
Dynamic Thompson rising the ranks in rapid fashion
AN ALL-AROUND arsenal of weapons in his bag has seen Amen Thompson climb into the top three of many mock NBA Drafts around the country. The 19-year-old has some of the highest potential in the 2023 NBA Draft class, given Thompson is the size of a forward but has the mind of a point guard, […]
‘Generational’ Wembanyama most hyped prospect in decades
IF YOU have been paying attention to the basketball world in any facet in the last 12 months, it is fairly likely you may have heard the name Victor Wembanyama. Whether it be related to the upcoming NBA Draft or seeing his highlights on social media, the French youngster has been making headlines in every […]
Henderson hounding as top-two prospect
ALTHOUGH much of the talk has been surrounding the likes of Victor Wembanyama heading into the upcoming draft, potential top two pick Scoot Henderson has been quietly making a strong name for himself. Suiting up for the G-League Ignite, the explosive guard has shown the potential to become a star of the NBA, and is […]
NBL Young Gun Watch – Luke Travers
THE National Basketball League (NBL) season is just around the corner, and there is plenty to keep an eye on in the 2022/23 campaign. One of the biggest positives for the competition over the past few years has been the injection of young talent into the league, with the NBL attracting not only domestic, also […]
NBL X NBA – Dieng joins Giddey at Thunder
THE National Basketball League (NBL)’s Next Stars Program just received a massive boost, with another member being selected in the lottery of the NBA Draft. Former New Zealand Breakers young gun Ousmane Dieng was selected with the New York Knicks at pick 11, before being traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder, where he will join […]
Three Aussies added to NBA Global Academy and Centre of Excellence
THE National Basketball Association (NBA)’s Global Academy (GA) has announced two new additions to its scholarship program, as it look to expand its reach and find the best young talent the world has to offer. This time it is two young Australian basketball guns who have made the cut, with the nation’s basketball system continuing […]
NBL: Bullets go global with impressive double signing
WITH the NBL season only a couple of months away, the Brisbane Bullets have made waves across the league, signing a pair of impressive international players, including one NBA hopeful. Spanish guard Tom Digbeu has joined the side as a part of the NBL’s Next Stars program, a pathway that has potential to lead to […]
Giddey storms into the NBA after being drafted by Thunder
AUSTRALIAN teen sensation Josh Giddey is the latest young gun from Down Under set to light up the National Basketball Association (NBA) stage after being selected at Pick 6 in today’s NBA Draft. The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Giddey, who in turn became the highest Australian ever drafted directly out of the National Basketball League […]
Ball, Hampton and Green on verge of NBA dream
TOMORROW morning at around 11am AEDT, the 2020 NBA Draft will begin, and there are more than a few reasons for Australians to tune in. In the 2019/20 National Basketball League (NBL) season, LaMelo Ball and RJ Hampton were among the top young stars to grace the competition with their athleticism, X-factor and shooting prowess […]
