Bairstow talks Rio Olympics, Pistons trade
Roy Ward 2:57 PM Australian basketballer Cameron Bairstow was on the couch and his phone rang. It was not the news he wanted to hear.
NBL releases draw as Melbourne United, Sydney Kings rivalry re-ignites
Roy Ward NBL managing director Larry Kestelman says his league's new season schedule will be more fan-friendly after reverting most games to a Friday-to-Sunday format.
Boomers a medal chance as Opals chase gold
Australia is on the brink of making basketball history at the Rio Olympics, and both the men's and women's teams believe they will.
Maric keeps Olympics in perspective after late call up
Roy Ward Aleks Maric sees a bonus to potentially being Andrew Bogut's injury reserve for the Rio Olympics.
Wade leaving Heat for Bulls: reports
Dwyane Wade is leaving the Miami Heat for the Chicago Bulls, returning to the city of his birth, multiple media outlets reported on Thursday.
Bullets face tough start to NBL return
Brisbane's return to the NBL won't be easy with the returning franchise to start their new lease on life with a tough first round double.
Why Dellavedova hit the $50 million jackpot
Marc Tracy Welcome to the sports league where the superstars and up-and-comers get paid less than the free agents.
Laettner faces involuntary bankruptcy
Anne Blythe Christian Laettner, a former Duke basketball star whose venture into the business world has left a trail of debt and creditors, could be in bankruptcy court soon if he fails to come up with $14.05 million.
Australian Boomers get to work as Bogut, Goulding rehab injuries
Roy Ward The Boomers open selection camp as Andrew Bogut and Chris Goulding battle against the clock to regain fitness for Rio.
Simmons impresses in 76ers debut
James Lemon With four minutes to go Simmons was blocked on a lay-up and as he came down his calves in both legs seized up.
With Durant, it's win or bust for Warriors
Mark Purdy The Golden State Warriors are going to be a must-see team next season after signing Kevin Durant. They are also going to be a must-win-the-championship-or-else team. And that is going to be very interesting.
Bogut becomes casualty of superstar's NBA deal
The past two years Australian basketball fans have been treated to Bogut's Warriors taking on Victorian guard Matthew Dellavedova's Cavaliers in the NBA Finals, but that run has ended.
Durant joins Golden State Warriors
Matt Bungard NBA superstar Kevin Durant has announced that he will be joining the Golden State Warriors for the 2016-17 NBA season.
Boomers open selection camp with Bogut's Rio future unknown
Roy Ward The Australian Boomers head into their selection camp on Tuesday with two major questions hanging over the roster.
Sixers rookie Simmons to face baptism of fire against Celtics
Ben Simmons can expect a baptism of fire when he pulls on a Philadelphia 76ers jersey and leads his team on the court for the first time.
Noah poses a risk for Knicks, but imagine the rewards
Harvey Araton If you are a long-suffering New York Knicks fan who feels a sense of deja boohoo over the amount of money and the years they will soon invest in a 31-year-old centre with a recent history of not-so-minor injuries, lift your spirits by going to YouTube and searching for Joakim Noah and 14 assists.
Under-17 girls beat US, Italy to claim world championship gold
Roy Ward Australia's next crop of female basketball stars have delivered the country's first world title in a decade.
Horford agrees to four-year Celtics deal
Boston have finally landed a big fish in NBA free agency with Atlanta Hawks All-Star Al Horford agreeing to a four-yeal deal reportedly worth $113 million.
SEABL: Canberra Gunners make it five in a row after defeating Brisbane Spartans
Matthew Stirton The Canberra Gunners have continued their fine form downing the Brisbane Spartans 88-87 on Friday night in the South East Australian Basketball League.
Matthew Dellavedova agrees to $51 million deal with Milwaukee Bucks
Roy Ward Australian star Matthew Dellavedova has reportedly agreed to a four-year, $51.2 million deal with the Milwaukee Bucks, according to US media.
NBL boss Larry Kestelman says NBA is looking at more Australian events
Roy Ward The Basketball Without Borders camp has boosted interest in Australian NBA events and possibly some games, says NBL boss.
Kickert, Maric join Boomers Rio squad
Daniel Kickert and Aleks Maric have been recalled into the Australian men's basketball team for the final Olympic selection camp before Rio.
