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The Marketplace: Melbourne United’s coaching search comes to an end
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Melbourne United have made a huge move, securing Jacob Chance as their new head coach and head of basketball operations on a four-year deal. In this episode of NBL Marketplace, Jack, Pete & Olgun break down what Chance’s arrival means for Melbourne United ahead of NBL27. Plus a look at the latest signings and how rosters are beginning to take shape as well as a preview of NBA Summer League and a look at the latest NBL salary cap and team spending figures
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NBL Now | David Johnson on why returning to Tasmania was “an easy decision"
After an exciting debut season cut short by injury, David Johnson opens up on his recovery, rediscovering his game, and why returning to Tasmania was an easy decision. From the unique JackJumpers culture to the energy of Tassie fans, he shares what makes this team special and why he’s excited for what’s ahead in NBL27.
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NBL Now | Shaun Bruce: From Kings to Cairns
Triple NBL Champion Shaun Bruce reflects on his career with the Sydney Kings and his return to Cairns where his it all began. Bruce opens up on championship runs, battles between the league’s best, and why Cairns could be putting together a gritty underdog roster for NBL27. Plus, insights into his leadership role, playing in NBL1 North, and mentoring the next generation of talent.
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NBL Now | KD’s Journey: How Kendric Davis Led the Kings to Victory
Pete Hooley catches up with newly crowned NBL Champion and Championship Series MVP Kendric Davis, as he opens up about his journey with the Sydney Kings, the drive to win, and what fuels his competitive spirit. Hear candid stories about overcoming adversity, building team chemistry, and the unforgettable moments from the Championship Series before he prepares for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season after signing a new two-year deal to stay in Sydney.
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The Marketplace: Roster Deep Dive - Import Spots, Coaching Pivots & New Talent.
Jack, Olgun, and Pete break down Melbourne United’s coaching pivot, Brisbane’s international targets, the JackJumpers’ fast-paced rebuild, the Kings' latest signing and the Next Star in Cairns.
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NBL NOW | Trevor Gleeson’s NBL Return! Coaching the 36ers & Reuniting with Bryce Cotton
Five-time NBL champion coach Trevor Gleeson joins Damon Lowery to talk about taking over the Adelaide 36ers, reuniting with Bryce Cotton, and building a championship mindset for the season ahead. From lessons learned in the NBA and Japan to shaping a fast, defensive identity in the NBL, Gleeson shares his vision, coaching philosophy, and what fans can expect from this new-look Adelaide squad.
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The Marketplace | KD's King Return and Will JBIII Stay?
The Marketplace is back this week with deep dives into the depth charts of the Sydney Kings and South East Melbourne Phoenix.
Jack Heverin, Pete Hooley and ESPN's Olgun Uluc discuss bring some huge news about the return to the NBL of Kendric Davis with the Kings, as well as running the rule over what each team needs before NBL27 kicks off.
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Remembering Corey | The offical opening of The Corey Williams Studio
Two years on, we come together to celebrate the life, legacy, and unmatched energy of Corey “Homicide” Williams. From NBL MVP to media trailblazer, Corey changed the game on and off the court. With his partner and daughter officially opening the NBL's new studio named in his honour, Jack Heverin, Pete Hooley, Cam Luke and Liam Santamaria share some of their favourite memories.
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NBL NOW | Why Gordon Herbert Chose the Breakers and What Comes Next
Newly appointed Breakers Head Coach Gordon Herbert opens up on why he chose New Zealand, how he’ll balance coaching with Team Canada, and what excites him most about the NBL. From building around Parker Jackson-Cartwright and Sam Mennenga to shaping the roster with a defensive edge, Herbert shares his vision for the team’s future.
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NBL NOW |Will Weaver on the Brisbane rebuild and new signings
Jack Heverin gets the latest on the Brisbane Bullets NBL27 build from new head coach Will Weaver
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The Marketplace_ Breakers historic signing, Armstrong returns to Tassie and Gleeson race heats up
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Join Jack Heverin, Pete Hooley and ESPN's Olgun Uluc as they run through the biggest headlines across the league over the last week – including the New Zealand Breakers 'historic' signing of World Cup winner Gordon Herbert. The trio also talk about Trevor Gleeson, Kouat Noi, Joe Ingles, and what the signing of Taran Armstrong means for Tasmania.
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NBL Now | Why Sam Waardenburg Chose Melbourne United
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Kiwi Sam Waardenburg is on the move ahead of NBL27, after signing a deal to join Melbourne United following a successful stint in Cairns. The star big man joined NBL Media's Courtney Ward from Puerto Rico to discuss how he think his game can flourish at United.
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NBL NOW | Throwdown lines crossed: Tanner Krebs interview
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Jack Heverin & Tanner Krebs
After his recent move from Melbourne United to South East Melbourne Phoenix, star wing Tanner Krebs sits down with Jack Heverin to discuss the decision and a massive NBL27 ahead. Want more NBL news and action ⤵️ Download the NBL app - https://nbl.com.au/app Read more - https://nbl.com.au/
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How the GOAT did it again: A Conversation with Brian Goorjian
Seven-time NBL Champion Head Coach joins Pete Hooley just weeks after the Sydney Kings claimed NBL26 in one of the most dramatic seasons the league has ever seen. Want more NBL news and action ⤵️ Download the NBL app - https://nbl.com.au/app Read more - https://nbl.com.au/
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The Marketplace: Keanu’s Reunion, The 36ers' Search, What About JB3?
Join Jack Heverin, Pete Hooley and ESPN's Olgun Uluc as they run through the biggest headlines across the league over the last week – including Keanu Pinder's return to Cairns and the continued search for a Head Coach for the 36ers and Breakers. The Marketplace presented by Paywise - Salary packaging & novated leasing.
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NBL NOW | 99.13%: Adelaide’s High Performance Masterclass
Adelaide 36ers Head of High Performance Tristan Chai joins Pete Hooley to break down how availability, trust, recovery and relationships powered one of the healthiest seasons in league history, even without heavy sports science data. From workload management to championship turnaround timelines, this is elite performance from behind the scenes.
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NBL NOW | Patty & Pepper, Perhaps? Elijah Wants Championships!
Perth Wildcats guard Elijah Pepper joins Pete Hooley on NBL Now to break down his new two year deal in the west, navigating free agency, and why staying in Perth felt right. Pepper reflects on the Wildcats’ championship ambitions, the squad’s competitive edge, playing in the NZNBL, and the rumours swirling around the point guard spot.
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NBL NOW | DJ ready to Rebound with Breakers
New Zealand Breakers recruit DJ Vasiljevic joins Pete on NBL Now to talk life after the 36ers, the business of pro basketball, and what excites him about his fresh start across the ditch. DJ opens up on championship motivation, leadership, free agency, and how he sees his role alongside Parker Jackson Cartwright and Sam Mennenga as the Breakers build toward NBL27
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The Marketplace: Mike Wells steps down as 36ers Head Coach
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Mike Wells has stepped down as Adelaide 36ers head coach, with Olgun Uluc reporting Trevor Gleeson is being strongly targeted with a potential reunion with Bryce Cotton on the horizon of NBL27.
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The Marketplace: Free Agency is heating up!
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Jack & Olgun break down the biggest moves and rumours across the league, including Dean Vickerman’s potential move to Japan, Joe Ingles’ expected return to Melbourne United, DJ Vasiljevic landing with New Zealand, Sydney Kings roster changes, and growing momentum around Patty Mills’ NBL future. With coaching dominoes, player movement and free agency intrigue everywhere, this episode covers everything you need to know right now.
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The Marketplace: Free Agency Update
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Pete and Olgun break down the growing noise around Joe Ingles’ potential homecoming, fresh smoke surrounding Patty Mills, why the market has slowed, and the major dominoes teams are waiting on. Plus, updates on Perth, Adelaide, Illawarra, Next Stars movement and how the five player rule affects roster builds for NBL27.
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Marketplace Live: Free Agency Begins
All the breaking news and reported moves live on The Marketplace with Jack Heverin, Olgun Uluc, Derek Rucker and Peter Hooley.
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The Marketplace: Free Agency begins this Friday!
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Pete, Derek and Olgun run through every team, major option decisions, coaching watch, and the biggest names set to shape NBL 27. With all club, player, and mutual contract options reached their deadline, free agency officially opens Friday morning.
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NBL NOW | NBL26 in Review: Roundtable with Browne, Prather, Rucker & Lowery
The Hungry Jack's NBL26 season is done after an incredible Championship Series that went the distance. Kelsey is joined by Derek Rucker, Casey Prather and Damon Lowery to discuss one of the greatest championship series ever, the Bryce Cotton vs Kendric Davis rivalry, Adelaide’s coaching future, Brian Goorjian’s legacy, and which teams and players are ready to take the next step in NBL27.
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Moments That Mattered | Game 5, Championship Series NBL26
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Sydney Kings crowned champions after Game 5 went to overtime, capping off a memorable Championship Series that delivered drama, heartbreak and history, as Kendric Davis put on a finals performance for the ages and Bryce Cotton left everything on the floor.
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NBL NOW | Game 5. Winner takes all. Championship Decider Tomorrow!
Kelsey Browne and Chris Anstey break down an unforgettable Hungry Jack's NBL26 Championship Series as Sydney and Adelaide head into a decisive Game 5 at Qudos Bank Arena. From momentum swings and coaching battles to key players and Finals MVP predictions, this is everything you need to know before the final showdown.
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NBL NOW | 36ers force it to Game 5: Roundtable with Browne, Hooley, Copeland & Rucker
Game five. Pressure everywhere. Nothing settled. The NBL Now roundtable breaks down how the Hungry Jack's NBL26 Championship Series has flipped on its head, Adelaide’s resilience led by Bryce Cotton, Sydney’s growing pressure at home, key coaching adjustments, Finals MVP debate, and who has the edge in a winner‑take‑all decider on Sunday.
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The Marketplace: Big Names, Big Moves - Free Agency update
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The championship series may be reaching its climax, but NBL free agency is already heating up.Jack, Pete, and Olgun break down the biggest stories ahead of the off season, including Melbourne United’s pursuit of a marquee big, Tyson Walker’s growing market, Dash Daniels’ future, Joe Ingles’ potential NBL return, and key moves to watch across the league
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Moments That Mattered | Game 4, Championship Series NBL26
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Jack & Derek break down all the action from a huge Game 4, which delivered after a week of tension and buildup. Sydney were unable to close out the series and Adelaide had an even contribution from all five of the 36ers starters with Zylan Cheatham having a massive impact.
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NBL Now | One game changes everything (Game 4 tonight)
On the morning of a highly-anticipated Game 4, Kelsey Browne and NBL champion Mark Worthington discuss what to expect tonight in Adelaide as the 36ers and Sydney Kings do battle with the Championship Series on the line.
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NBL NOW | Game 4 Tomorrow: Roundtable with Browne, Hooley, Copeland & King
With the series at 2–1, and fireworks on and off the court. Kelsey Browne is joined by Pete Hooley, Lanard Copeland, and Phoenix coach Josh King to break down record crowds, hostile finals atmospheres, KD vs Bryce, crowd influence, officiating, and who steps up in Game 4 if Adelaide are to force a Game 5.
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Moments That Mattered | Kendric Davis leads the Kings to a Game 3 Victory
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Pete & Derek break down all the action from an intense Game three, which saw Kendric Davis respond in emphatic fashion.
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Moments That Mattered | Adelaide Level Series with Historic Win
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Jack Heverin and Derek Rucker break down the incredible Game 2 on the NBL26 Championship Series
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NBL NOW | Game 2 Tonight: Roundtable with Anstey, Rucker, Hooley & Browne
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Game 2 of the NBL26 Championship Series is Tonight!..
Chris Anstey, Derek Rucker, Pete Hooley and Kelsey Browne..
-Is it all about Bryce
-Who needs to step up for Adelaide?
-What can they do to put KD off his game?
-Tension in Adelaide continues to rise
-Sydney confidence is sky high
-Will the crowd be a factor
-Who will win, margin and tomorrwos headlines
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NBL NOW | Damon Lowery Unleashes: “Get the brooms out!”
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Damon Lowery & Kelsey Browne discuss the latest headlines in the NBL as we countdown to Game 2 in the Championship Series
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NBL NOW | Torrey Craig: “We Played with Force & Made Our Presence Felt”
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Torrey Craig & Jack Heverin
Sydney Kings Import Torrey Craig talks game 1 of the Championship series, what to expect in game 2 and why the NBL?
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NBL NOW | Does a Sweep Make KD the True MVP?.. & Wortho’s Player Ratings
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Kelsey Browne & Mark Worthington
-Wortho's Player Ratings for game 1 are out
-What needs to change for Adelaide
-Does a sweep make KD the true MVP?
-Championship Vs MVP
-What to do with Rakocevic & Vasiljevic
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Moments That Mattered | Kings make statement in Game 1
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NBL NOW | The Countdown to Game 1 & Is Joe Ingles NBL-Bound?
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Casey Prather & Pete Hooley
-Is Joe Ingles NBL bound?
-The Countdown to game 1 tomorrow night!
-Who are the X factors for both teams
-Does experience win in these situations
-Caseys tip for the game and series?
-Where will Casey Prather be next year?
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The Marketplace: Free Agency Contracts - Bullets, United & Hawks
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Jack Heverin, Derek Rucker, Pete Hooley and Olgun Uluc break down the biggest roster questions facing Brisbane, Melbourne and Illawarra. From Will Weaver’s arrival in Brisbane to Melbourne’s coaching uncertainty and Illawarra’s championship core, this episode dives deep into marquee targets, imports, local talent and what each franchise must get right heading into NBL27.
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