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Opals defeat Japan, claim first ever Women's Asia Cup Title
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Opals end Japan's reign to win gold
Australia have claimed their first-ever FIBA Women's Asia Cup title, defeating Japan 88 79 in a thrilling and physical final in Shenzhen.
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ASIA CUP
SEMIFINAL
FIBA Women's Asia Cup: Cayla George leads Opals in semifinal win
The Opals were simply too good against South Korea with captain Cayla George leading the way to secure a grand final berth.
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Cayla George leads Opals with strong first quarter
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'I LOVE IT'
No rest for Brondello as she leads Liberty, Opals, and Team Clark
Sandy Brondello is juggling head coaching roles with the New York Liberty, the Australian Opals and Team Clark in the WNBA All-Star game, and she's doing it all with one big smile.
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FIBA WOMEN'S ASIA CUP
Jackson: Zhang Ziyu has the 'world ahead of her'
Lauren Jackson says it's only a matter of time before Chinese teen sensation Zhang Ziyu is the centre of the basketball world.
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FIBA WOMEN'S ASIA CUP
AUSTRALIA VS. JAPAN
FIBA Women's Asia Cup: Opals beat Japan to top Pool B
Australia overcame a halftime deficit to take down Japan and secure top Pool B seeding in the FIBA Asia Cup.
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FIBA WOMEN'S ASIA CUP
FIBA Women's Asia Cup: Opals open tournament with win over Philippines
Australia's quest for a maiden FIBA Asia Cup title began in winning fashion with a commanding victory over the Philippines.
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Abbey Ellis finds Isabelle Bourne on the sweet no-look dime
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The Aussies and Kiwis to watch at 2025 NBA Summer League
Steph Reid, 'new look' Opals ready for Asia Cup challenge
FIBA U19 WORLD CUP
Australia fall to Germany in U19 World Cup quarterfinals
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FROLING BACK IN THE LEAGUE
Froling returns to NBL after coward-punch attack
More than two years after falling victim to a one-punch attack which threatened to end his career, big man Harry Froling has signed a contract with the Illawarra Hawks.
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AUSSIE DRAFT HOPEFULS
2025 NBA Draft: Aussies and NBL Next Stars preview
The NBA Draft will take place over two days and an eclectic mixture of Australian and NBL Next Stars talent will be hoping to hear their name called. Here's who to keep an eye on.
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Rocco Zikarsky: Moulding my game around Holmgren and Turner
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TALKING HOOPS
Lauren Jackson talks Aussies in the WNBA, next steps for the WNBL, and NBA Rising Stars Invitational
One of Australia's most accomplished basketball players, Lauren Jackson is keeping a close eye on Australia's rising talent and there's plenty she likes.
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SEASON 2025-26
Storylines everywhere as NBL releases schedule
The schedule for the 2025-26 NBL regular season has been released, with an in-season tournament and HoopsFest woven into a fixture that seemingly has a rivalry everywhere you look.
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LANE VIOLATION
ESPN EXCLUSIVE
Longley on competitive friction & 'prime Bogut vs. prime Longley'
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'Friction and acceptance': Longley, Bogut explore relationship, career in latest doco
Stripped of his 'armour', Andrew Bogut and Luc Longley explore their relationship and Bogut's storied career in ESPN's latest documentary Lane Violation.
New Lightning coach Mitchell determined to keep Borlase
ZIKARSKY SPEAKS AHEAD OF NBA DRAFT
'I think I've proven a point': Why Rocco Zikarsky believes he's ready for the NBA
Rocco Zikarsky was the tallest player at the draft combine testing, but what shocked NBA teams was his weight. And the Australian big man says he's done growing yet.
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NBL
Kestelman vs. Novelly: The NBL's day in court explained
The power structure of Australia's National Basketball League (NBL) is set to be tested as the off-court dispute between a pair of billionaires is bound for the NSW Supreme Court. Olgun Uluc explains how we got to this point.
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Previewing the Australians for the upcoming WNBA season
NBL
Kestelman hopeful Mills opts for NBL swansong
Larry Kestelman would be surprised if Patty Mills did not finish his career with an NBL swansong, as uncertainty surrounds the Boomers captain's future.
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'It's a wonderful day': The Lightning are saved, but now comes the hard part
'Gonna surprise some people': Alex Toohey is primed to deliver at NBA draft combine
'It's been a whirlwind': Abbey Ellis to get Opals debut
KENDRIC TO KINGS
'They can get me to the NBA': why Kendric Davis chose the Kings
The Sydney Kings pulled a fascinating move in signing Kendric Davis, pairing him with veteran hooper Matthew Dellavedova. It's a move Davis hopes could propel him to the NBA, he tells Olgun Uluc.
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Kendric Davis signs with the Sydney Kings
Adelaide's former star import guard sits down with ESPN's Olgun Uluc to discuss his move from the 36ers to the Kings.
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Kendric Davis believes there is a new 'big three' in Sydney
Kendric Davis talks through his excitement to team up with both Xavier Cooks and Matthew Dellavedova in Sydney..
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BREAKING DOWN THE NUMBERS
How much each NBL team spent in 2024-25
The Illawarra Hawks won an NBL title without exceeding the salary cap, in what was a fascinating season of spending from teams around the league. ESPN Basketball Insider Olgun Uluc breaks down all the numbers.
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DELLY TO THE KINGS
'It's going to be his team': How Delly came to be lured by the Kings
Matthew Dellavedova was wined and dined by the Sydney Kings' heavy-hitters, but it's his desire to get even better -- and be the Kings' floor general -- that led him to sign on the dotted line, he tells Olgun Uluc.
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NBL Free Agency primer: Latest intel, key storylines, who's on the market?
COTTON LEAVES THE WILDCATS
COTTON'S BEST PLAYS WITH PERTH
Bryce Cotton's best plays with the Perth Wildcats
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HAWKS' STUNNING CHAMPIONSHIP
Game 5 takeaways: How the Hawks flipped the series to claim historic title
Overcoming adversity, defensive adjustments, young stars firing, and so much more. Here's how the Illawarra Hawks claimed their first NBL title in 24 years.
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Hickey's double-double helps Hawks clinch title
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Kell, Hickey star as Hawks claim drought-breaking NBL title
The Illawarra Hawks have been crowned NBL champions after their fairytale season culminated in a 114-104 defeat of Melbourne United in the decisive fifth game of the championship series.
FROLING'S RETURN
Froling impresses in basketball comeback
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NBL
Pelicans to play preseason games in Australia
The New Orleans Pelicans will travel to Australia this October to take part in a pair of preseason games, the NBA and NBL announced on Tuesday morning.
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New Orleans Pelicans to play two preseason games in Melbourne
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NBL X BIG3
Ice Cube talks bringing the BIG3 to Australia, partnering with the NBL, and basketball films
Following the announcement of 3-on-3 basketball league BIG3 partnering with the NBL to bring games to Australia, Olgun Uluc sat down with league founder Ice Cube to talk bringing the BIG3 to Australia, partnering with the NBL, and basketball films.
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SPIRIT ARE CHAMPIONS
Bendigo sweep Fire to win third WNBL title
Bendigo Spirit have claimed their third WNBL championship after defeating Townsville Fire 63-55 in game two of the grand final series.
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More than just basketball: Abbey Wehrung on grief, family, and Spirit
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY
Mary K: Full-time status, conditions key to quality of women's sport
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Why support from male athletes is crucial for women's sport growth
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KYRIE TO BOOMERS?
Uluc: Kyrie playing for Boomers 'almost impossible' due to FIBA
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