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Hyrum Harris returns to Wellington Saints

Dec 19

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Hyrum Harris returns to Wellington Saints

Wellington Saints announce Hyrum Harris as their first player signing for the 2025 National Basketball League.

Dec 18

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Manawatu Jets sign American Kenny Goins

After a quiet opening to the NBL's free agency period, the Manawatu Jets made the first big splash.

Breakers’ losing run continues in Adelaide

Dec 15

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Breakers’ losing run continues in Adelaide

The NZ Breakers continue their losing run, with a sixth straight defeat in the ANBL, this time to Adelaide.

NBL's Westside Blitz going bigger in 2025

Dec 10

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NBL's Westside Blitz going bigger in 2025

The NBL's preseason Westside Blitz is back, and promises to deliver more action and community engagement.

Rob Loe magic helps United beat Breakers

Dec 6

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Rob Loe magic helps United beat Breakers

Missing several players, Melbourne United’s depth proved better, with Rob Loe enjoying his return to New Zealand.

Cotton burns Breakers in loss to Wildcats

Dec 2

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Cotton burns Breakers in loss to Wildcats

The NZ Breakers push the Wildcats all the way before falling 123-112 in the 'Distance Derby' in Perth.

Nov 26

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Tacko Fall confirmed for NZ Breakers

Former NBA centre Tacko Fall’s signing with the NZ Breakers confirmed for the next two ANBL seasons.

Nov 16

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Sharks tap American Yim as head coach

The Southland Sharks have confirmed American Jonathan Yim as their next head coach.

Biggest NBL season to tip-off on March 12

Nov 8

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Biggest NBL season to tip-off on March 12

The Bay Hawks and Indian Panthers will tip-off the 2025 NBL season, which will feature a record 137 games.

Oct 31

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Webster takes charge of Manawatu Jets

The Manawatu Jets have announced Tony Webster as their head coach for the 2025 National Basketball League (NBL) season. The 64-year-old...

Indian Panthers to join NBL, Tauihi in 2025

Oct 30

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Indian Panthers to join NBL, Tauihi in 2025

New Indian-backed teams will join the National Basketball League and Tauihi Basketball Aotearoa next year.

Molloy departs Sharks, Rams promote Clinton

Oct 8

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Molloy departs Sharks, Rams promote Clinton

Southland Sharks begin search for a new head coach after Guy Molloy announces he will not return.

Sep 24

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Wellington Saints name Young head coach

The Wellington Saints have snatched up Aaron Young to replace Zico Coronel as head coach in 2025.

Sep 13

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Cam Gliddon new head coach of Tuatara

Recently retired Australian star Cam Gliddon appointed as the new head coach of the Auckland Tuatara.

Tuatara searching for coach as Young leaves

Aug 13

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Tuatara searching for coach as Young leaves

If the Auckland Tuatara are to win a maiden NBL title in 2025, they will do it with a new head coach.

Jul 28

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Canterbury Rams go back-to-back in NBL

Canterbury Rams go back-to-back as NBL champions with a 102-87 win over the Auckland Tuatara.

Jul 27

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Rams' Lachlan Olbrich voted NBL MVP

Canterbury Rams centre Lachlan Olbrich has been named MVP for the 2024 NBL season.

Tuatara fight back to book third NBL final

Jul 25

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Tuatara fight back to book third NBL final

The Auckland Tuatara will meet the defending champion Canterbury Rams in the NBL grand final.

Jul 21

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Double-OT thriller as Rams outlast Airs

Canterbury Rams hold off a huge effort from the Taranaki Airs to win a thrilling NBL semifinal in double-OT.

NBL, Tauihi to expand with Indian owners

Jul 20

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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.