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Cat winds back clock

03/12/2008 10:32 AM

Cairns fans could be forgiven for dreaming that the Martin Cattalini from 2006/07 had returned to lead the Taipans out of their horror NBL stretch that has contained only one win in 10 matches since they beat the Breakers in overtime in late October.more

Another win for Celtics

02/12/2008 6:50 PM

Paul Pierce had 17 of his 24 points in the third quarter while Ray Allen poured in 21 points, including three three-pointers, to lead the Boston Celtics to a 107-88 victory over the Orlando Magic.more

Penney should be in the NBA

02/12/2008 4:02 PM

First CJ Bruton confirmed it, then Brian Goorjian said it was realistic, but perhaps not wise, and (wistfully) Conner Henry said he wished it was true: 'Kirk Penney should be playing in the NBA'.more

Lakers continue winning streak

01/12/2008 5:05 PM

Pau Gasol contributed 24 points and nine rebounds as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Toronto Raptors 112-99 to improve their record to an NBA-best 14-1.more

Joyce wants expansion

01/12/2008 3:58 PM

In the midst of the toughest times in the history of the National Basketball League, Gold Coast Blaze coach Brendan Joyce has expressed concern at plans to cull teams.more

Celtics extend winning streak

30/11/2008 6:13 PM

Paul Pierce scored seven of Boston's 11 points during a decisive stretch late in the fourth quarter as the Celtics recorded an 89-84 win over the Charlotte Bobcats for their eighth consecutive victory.more

Mackinnon falls ill

30/11/2008 2:36 PM

Despite the devastating news that Sam Mackinnon's season appears over and career is in jeopardy with a blood clot in his lungs, Melbourne Tigers coach Al Westover was delighted with his team's effort to beat Perth in Darwin.more

Hawks need improvement

30/11/2008 2:34 PM

Wollongong Hawks coach Eric Cooks and star forward Glen Saville are under no illusion as to the two areas where the Wollongong Hawks need to lift to be considered an NBL championship contender following their side's 101-96 defeat to the Adelaide 36ers on Saturday.more

Henry wants better D

30/11/2008 2:11 PM

Defence will be the only word heard around the Perth Wildcats this week as they attempt to regroup after two tough losses to top-three teams Melbourne and New Zealand in three days.more

Smith: Sydney must unite

30/11/2008 9:26 AM

A highly emotional Sydney Spirit skipper Jason Smith has called on basketball fans in the Harbour City to vote with their feet for the remainder of the season if the club survives the most important week of its short history.more

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