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Feb 5
New Zealand, Australia hoops rivalry reignited
The trans-Tasman basketball rivalry between New Zealand and Australia will be renewed in May.


Dec 7, 2024
Tai Wynyard called into Breakers as cover
A handy replacement for the NZ Breakers, signing Kiwi centre Tai Wynyard as an injury replacement player.


Nov 17, 2024
Corey Webster set to lead Tall Blacks
Corey Webster will captain the Tall Blacks for their clash with away at the Philippines this week and Chinese Taipei later in the month


Oct 1, 2024
Judd Flavell appointed new Tall Blacks coach
The Tall Blacks have signalled the start of a new era, with the naming of Judd Flavell as head coach.


Aug 22, 2024
Tall Ferns squander lead against Mexico
Tall Ferns fall to hosts Mexico 64-71 in a difficult loss, dropping to 0-2 at the FIBA World Cup Pre-Qualifiers.


Aug 20, 2024
Tall Ferns lose first FIBA qualifying game
The Tall Ferns fall 88-64 to Montenegro in their opening game of the FIBA Women’s World Cup Pre-Qualifiers.


Aug 8, 2024
Pero Cameron finishes up with Tall Blacks
After five years and 38 games in charge, Tall Blacks head coach Pero Cameron will depart for China’s CBA.


Jul 30, 2024
NZ teams dominate U-23 3x3 Nations League
New Zealand take out both men’s and women’s divisions at the U-23 3x3 Nations League in dominating fashion.


Jul 26, 2024
Tall Ferns World Cup extended squad named
Tall Ferns head coach Natalie Hurst names an extended squad for the FIBA Women’s World Cup Pre-Qualifier.


Jul 23, 2024
Emerging JTFs 12th at U-17 World Cup
The Emerging Junior Tall Ferns have equalled their best finish at a FIBA Under-17 Women's World Cup.


Jul 20, 2024
NBL, Tauihi to expand with Indian owners
The NBL and Tauihi league are set to add new teams in 2025, backed by owners in India's INBL Pro.

Jul 13, 2024
Tall Ferns Select drop two games in Japan
Gonzaga sophomore Lauren Whittaker the bright spot in a tough Tall Ferns Select tour to Japan.


Jul 5, 2024
NZ into quarters at FIBA U-17 World Cup
The Emerging Junior Tall Blacks have created history at the FIBA Under-17 World Cup in Turkiye.


Jul 2, 2024
New Zealand win two at FIBA U-17 World Cup
The Emerging Junior Tall Blacks are two-from-two at the FIBA Under-17 World Cup in Turkey.


Jun 26, 2024
Tall Blacks fall to Finland at buzzer
A 73-70 loss for the Tall Blacks in their first friendly game against Finland courtesy of a late three-pointer.


May 22, 2024
Experienced Australian to coach Tall Ferns
BBNZ has confirmed experienced Australian Natalie Hurst as Tall Ferns interim head coach.


May 13, 2024
Tall Blacks extended squad of 19 named
Pero Cameron names an extended squad for the Tall Blacks' FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament.


May 1, 2024
Kirk Penney joins FIBA Hall Of Fame
One of New Zealand’s most accomplished Tall Blacks, Kirk Penney, has been announced into the 2024 Class of the FIBA Hall of Fame.


Apr 26, 2024
Strong NZ U-17 team for FIBA World Cup
Head coach Leyton Haddleton has named a strong NZ squad for the FIBA Under-17 World Cup.

Apr 18, 2024
Tall Blacks to play in Christchurch again
BBNZ has confirmed Christchurch will host the Tall Blacks' next FIBA Asia Cup Qualifying game.
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