Where are they now? – 2018-2020 NBL Next Stars
THE INCLUSION of the National Basketball League (NBL) Next Stars program has put the competition on the global map in the past five years, now more loaded with talent than ever before. The program brings some of the best NBA Draft hopefuls down under, competing in a league that is highly regarded around the world […]
Next Stars under the spotlight ahead of NBL season
THE introduction of the Next Stars program in the National Basketball League (NBL) has seen a huge boost in the number of players that have gone on to forge successful careers around the world. The success stories have included Lamelo Ball, Joshua Giddey and Ousmane Dieng, all of whom were selected in the top 10 […]
Eight young guns set to shine as Next Stars
THE National Basketball League (NBL) Next Stars program is continuing to highlight the talents of some of the brightest prospects in the world, with eight new players set to thrive in the system. Introduced in the 2018-19 season, the Next Stars program focusses on player development, hosting some of the best NBA Draft eligible talent […]
Flowers set to bloom as Next Star in Adelaide
THE young guns continue to walk through the doors of the National Basketball League (NBL), with the Adelaide 36ers signing a projected lottery pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Trentyn Flowers has emerged as one of the strongest prospects in next year’s draft class, and despite initially committing to the University of Louisville, he has […]
Gold Coast set for basketball Blitz
EARLIER today, the National Basketball League (NBL) announced its upcoming Blitz preseason campaign, following years of success. The NBL Blitz will take place on the Gold Coast during September in the first taste of NBL action since the Sydney Kings won the 2022/23 title. The tournament allows every side in the competition to get their […]
Former NBL stars shining at top level
WITH the NBA Draft less than 24 hours away, the next crop of young guns are set to join the competition and take the league to new heights. The 2023 draft is stacked full of potentially generational talent, and the anticipation surrounding the upcoming group of players is the highest it has been in years. […]
Multiple scenarios on the cards for picks 2 and 3
THE NBA Draft is just around the corner, with one of the biggest nights on the basketball calendar set to change the landscape of the competition in a big way. Much of the speculation heading in surrounded which side would be awarded the first pick and acquire the services of Victor Wembanyama, who is certain […]
NBA Draft: Team preview series introduction
THE NBA Draft is just over a month away, and with the lottery taking place earlier this week, the frame for the outcome is becoming clearer by the day. During the lead-up to the draft, Rookie Me Central will be taking a look at all 30 teams and how the draft is shaping for each […]
Spurs get top pick for third time in franchise history
THE future of the San Antonio Spurs is now as bright as ever, with the franchise awarded the number one pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. It was one of the most highly anticipated lotteries in NBA history given the talent of the projected top pick. There were rumours that some sides were taking in […]
Wildcats add French prospect as maiden Next Star
ONE of the more common recruitment methods in the NBL is through the Next Stars program, and the Perth Wildcats have snagged their first player through this system. The Wildcats have added French teen Alexandre Sarr, who already has plenty of hype surrounding his potential in the sport of basketball. He joins the team ahead […]
