Melbourne’s undefeated run? Gone. Sydney’s message? Loud and clear. We dive into the Kings’ statement win... We also unpack the coaching chess match between Dean Vickerman and Josh King... Josh Giddey had a a triple double vs New York Knicks - Kane brings exclusive sound from after the game as we talk Josh’s evolution... Plus: “One Final Thought” on Illawarra’s struggles and Adelaide’s big talk. It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh Giddey gets the edge over Dyson Daniels, NBA's first week recap, and NBL takeaways. Josh Giddey takes down Dyson Daniels in the Aussie showdown as he looks more confident than ever while Dyson’s off to a frustrating start to the season. Kane Pitman comes with fresh insights from around the Bulls and Hawks. NBL takeaways — Adelaide’s surge, Sydney’s slip-up, and an apology to SEM. It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dyson Daniels gets PAID, Josh Giddey, Jock Landale, and Matisse Thybulle's NBA Season preview, and Bryce Cotton's HUGE 53-pt game. Dyson Daniels signs rookie extension with Atlanta. Can Josh Giddey make his new deal a bargain contract? Jock Landale's new threads with Memphis. Will Matisse Thybulle be a prime trade target this season? Bryce Cotton's HUGE 53-pt game vs Cairns. It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will Johnny Furphy have a breakout year? What does Sydney's dominance vs Adelaide mean for both teams? Is Cairns big spend paying off? Tyrese Proctor looks good in NBA Preseason. Kendric Davis returns to Adelaide as Kings win big in revenge game. WHAT IS THIS?!?!? Sam Mennenga big game in loss to S.E. Melbourne. Cairns on a 3-game losing streak... big spend not paying off? Final thoughts on Melbourne being so much better than everyone else and Jack McVeigh's "unsportsmanlike" play on Chris Goulding. It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will NBA return to Australia? Do Matthew Dellavedova and Kendric Davis fit? Can Mason Jones adjust with Perth? The NBA made its debut in Australia. Sydney's 1-1 start to the season. WHAT IS THIS?!?!?! Johnny Furphy's MONSTER dunk in practice makes us question - is he the best Aussie dunker ever? Willie Green says he watched Melbourne for film. What do we think of Scott Roth saying pace of play is overrated? Perth is getting more comfortable with each other after win vs Illawarra. Final thought on the ending of Tasmania vs Brisbane. It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan Broekhoff and Olgun Uluc recap the big stories of Round 2 of the NBL26 season. Bryce Cotton's big debut for Adelaide. Adelaide adds a new import in place of Montrezl Harrell. What's going on in Brisbane? 2 losses in Round 2. JaVale McGee puts up big numbers in NBL debut. Melbourne United win big against S.E. Melbourne and a hot 3-0 start to the season. Cairns bounce back after Round 1 loss and go 2-0 in Round 2. Sydney's terrible shooting leads to loss. It's all here on the Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kane Pitman and Olgun Uluc discuss Round 1 of the NBL26 season. Olgun Uluc breaks down the story between Montrezl Harrell and Adelaide parting ways. Melbourne United defeat both Tasmania and New Zealand in Round 1. S.E. Melbourne win big vs Cairns - what does the blowout mean to the team? Is this the most talented JackJumpers roster we have ever seen? How much pressure is on Mason Jones and Perth after moving on from Bryce Cotton? Matthew Dellavedova and Kendric Davis set to make their debuts for Sydney in Round 2 vs Cairns. It's all here on the Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kane Pitman and Olgun Uluc get you ready for Round 1 of the NBL26 season. With the NBL26 season upon us, what are most intriguing things about the season opener? With the new import Andrew Andrews, what are the expectations for the Cairns Taipans and Jack McVeigh? Which player should you keep an eye on this season? Can Mason Jones lead the Perth Wildcats? Josh Giddey's big new contract with the Bulls and what it means to him and Australian Basketball. It's all here on the Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kane Pitman and Olgun Uluc discuss the big storylines ahead of the NBL26 season. What does Bryce Cotton becoming an Australian citizen mean for Adelaide and does that mean he can play for the Boomers now? Perth signed their last import, how does Mason Jones impact the Wildcats heading into the new season? Can Illawarra repeat? Lanard Copeland sure thinks so, but do they have enough depth? Is Melbourne United underrated heading into the season … does Milton Doyle give them the edge? Sydney Kings added Kendric Davis and Matthew Dellavedova in the offseason, can Delly help the young star grow and forge a dynamic duo for the Kings? It’s all here on the Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN's draft expert Jonathan Givony joins Olgun to break down the Australians in the 2025 NBA Draft. Are Alex Toohey and Tyrese Proctor on the rise? Is Rocco Zikarsky a draft sleeper? What should we make of Lachlan Olbrich's impressive pre-draft performances? Givony provides his expert analysis on it all, including his thoughts on Dash Daniels and the upcoming FIBA U19 World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rising Aussie star Rocco Zikarsky joins the show to talk about his NBA Draft preparation, why he’s doing it in Minnesota, a day in the life of a draft prospect, the most surprising metric from his Draft Combine testing, how he sees his fit in the NBA, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Toohey joins the show to talk through his schedule ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft, his upcoming workouts and interviews with NBA teams, his Sydney Kings season, working out with Zach LaVine and Klay Thompson, and a whole lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a series. What a team. The Illawarra Hawks are NBL champions for 2025. Kane and Olgun breakdown game five from the key numbers to key players and missed opportunities. Of course, the MVP debate is had, who should have been MVP, is the system wrong and Kane gives his 3-2-1 in a modified format. Is this the end of an era for Melbourne United? How did Illawarra win despite star players not at their best or injured? What was the immediate fallout on the ground. So much to discuss at the completion of an amazing season on NBL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a series of moments, Melbourne United continue to stand up in the fourth quarter. With a 2-1 lead in the series, Melbourne now face an opportunity to close out the series on their home floor in Game 4. Kane and Olgun discuss the tireless Matthew Dellavedova, big game Ian Clark and the mental resolve of Jack White. How have Dean Vickerman and Justin Tatum adjusted during the series? Where is the star level play of Trey Kell and Tyler Harvey? It’s win or go home for the Hawks and the guys discuss the prospects of heading back to Illawarra for a Game 5 this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Caporn talks being named head coach of the Australian Boomers, how his time at the AIS prepared him, his plans to guide the program forward, the play-style he'll look to implement, and his thoughts on the stellar form of Josh Giddey and Dyson Daniels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Melbourne United are two wins away from the NBL25 Championship. Did the Illawarra Hawks commit a self-inflicted loss? Will the game mentally impact them heading on the road for Game 2? Kane and Olgun discuss the moments from the series opener and assess the panic scale for the one seed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We just saw two fascinating Game 3s, and Olgun is here to break them down. Melbourne United got the best of the Perth Wildcats in one of the most incredible displays of shot-making you'll ever see (which was also filled with controversy), before the Illawarra Hawks demolished the South East Melbourne Phoenix. That set up what's sure to be an incredible 2025 NBL Championship Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Both Semi Final series are heading for a deciding Game 3. Kane and Olgun discuss the state of each team leading into the win or go home scenario. Jack White and the mental challenge of bouncing back, Keanu Pinder’s struggles finishing in the paint and Justin Tatum leaning on his bench are some of the concerns. On the other side, the guys praise the greatness of Chris Goulding, the SEM pace of play, the power of the Red Army and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBL Playoffs are here, and Kane and Olgun are here to break it all down. The Illawarra Hawks have been dominant all season long but could the return of a South East Melbourne Phoenix star make their semifinals series closer than we think? Over in Melbourne, it's a clash of styles as the veteran-laden United take on a red-hot Wildcats team led by the newly-crowned MVP. The boys dive deep into both series, and also discuss the news of rising Australian guard Taran Armstrong signing with the Golden State Warriors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Adelaide 36ers season ended in predictable fashion. A collapse against South East Melbourne sends the talented roster to the offseason but what is next for a proud club that has continued to disappoint? Is the recent reputation going to hurt recruiting? Should Mike Wells return? Kane and Olgun break down the situation in Adelaide. Kyrie Irving continues to state his intent to play for Australia but how realistic is it? Dash Daniels was a standout at Basketball Without Borders, continuing a massive year for the family but where does he sit in draft calculations for 2026? The NBL coaching carousel is also on the agenda and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices