New Zealand breaks drought with early Bullets blitz
IN the sole game of the sixth round of the National Basketball League (NBL), fans were treated to not only a thrilling match, but a shock result as well. The New Zealand Breakers were able to claim their first win of the season, taking down a Brisbane Bullets side that looked on the charge over […]
NBL and WNBL suffer fixtures interruption
AS has happened in the last 24 months, sporting competitions across the world have found themselves disrupted due to issues relating to the outbreak of COVID-19. As the world looks to find a sense of normality again, these interruptions have still continued with the easing of restrictions. This has taken a toll on plenty of […]
From College to NBA: Jessup putting in the work and working hard
AFTER an impressive and breakout first season in the National Basketball League season, Rookie Me Central took the opportunity to get to know and catch up with Illawarra Hawks rising star, Justinian Jessup. Previously playing College basketball and attending Boise State Uni from 2016-2020, and after a shining debut season last season, Jessup is ready […]
Changes reign supreme in shortened Round 6
THE weekend is approaching at a rapid rate which means the sixth round of the National Basketball League (NBL) is just around the corner. Unfortunately, the competition is becoming a victim of COVID-related issues on a weekly basis, which came to a head in Round 5, where there were only two games. However, these still […]
2021/22 NBL Team of the Week: Round 5
IN this series each week, we take a look at the strongest performing players at each position to create the league’s Team of the Week. The fifth round of the National Basketball League (NBL) has wrapped, and while there was only two matches throughout this time, there was still plenty for fans to enjoy. In […]
2021/22 NBL MVP Watch
THE current season of the National Basketball League is in full swing, and despite the COVID-related interruptions, fans have been treated to a high quality of action thus far. There have been cracking contests and impressive individual performances to start the NBL22 campaign, and there looks set to be plenty more moving forward. In this […]
United start New Year on a winning note over JackJumpers
IN an entertaining match to start the 2022 year, the Tasmania JackJumpers and defending champions, Melbourne United faced off against each other for the first time. Both sides were coming off respective wins on Boxing Day heading into the clash, and were hoping to continue that form in this contest. Both teams were without players […]
Cotton blitz lifts Wildcats over Taipans
A SECOND quarter domination from star guard Bryce Cotton helped lift the Perth Wildcats to victory over Cairns Taipans last night. At the 2:03 minute mark, the Taipans led by a game-high 18 points after Majok Deng capitalised off a steal and then dunked it. The Wildcats trailed by 14 points at quarter time after […]
From hard work to opportunities: Prewster’s NBL comeback
WITH the NBL season well and truly underway, Rookie Me Central took the opportunity to get to know and catch up with Melbourne United veteran, Dion Prewster. Previously playing in the league winning a championship with the New Zealand Breakers and Sydney Kings, after many challenges and a tough road to play back in the […]
Two games remain in reduced Round 5
JUST two games remain in Round 5 of the National Basketball League (NBL) schedule after COVID-19 protocols forced clashes to be postponed. The Cairns Taipans originally were planning on hosting New Zealand Breakers at home on New Year’s Eve, but will now take on Perth Wildcats following the Wildcats’ clash with Adelaide 36ers being postponed. […]
