The ESPN Aussie Hoops Hour

ESPN's Olgun Uluc and Jason Cadee discuss Ben Simmons' devastating season-ending injury, Isaac Humphries' immediate retirement from basketball, the weirdness around the NBL's decal issue returning – and more! 00:00 Welcome 00:49 Isaac Humphries' retirement 12:56 Decal drama and NBL latest 53:23 Ben Simmons' injury Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was another wild round of #NBL27 action and Olgun Uluc and Jason Cadee are here to break it all down. The Bryce Cotton vs. Kendric Davis rivalry has well and truly exploded, the guys make the case for Will Magnay as an MVP contender, and shine a light on some of the season’s unsung heroes so far.  They also pay tribute to Anthony Drmic after his retirement, and talk about how good the Tasmania JackJumpers have looked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Olgun Uluc and Jason Cadee run through their likes and dislikes from the early stretch of the NBL season. They discuss Parker Jackson-Cartwright’s red-hot to start the season, and why Gordie Herbert has the New Zealand Breakers running so smoothly. The guys also get into the Adelaide 36ers' offensive struggles, the Sydney Kings' standout role clarity, and Joe Ingles' surprisingly light usage. Then they split on the South East Melbourne Phoenix's three-point strategy: is it a sound approach or a problem? Plus, a breakdown of Luke Paul committing to Duke University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN’s Senior NBA Writer Brian Windhorst joins Olgun on the Aussie Hoops Hour to break down the Australians in the NBA ahead of the new season. Windy explains why Josh Giddey has one of the most fun rosters in the league, why Dyson Daniels is built for the playoffs, Jock Landale’s big contract in Atlanta, whether Sacramento can be the lifeline that revives Ben Simmons' career, and runs the rule on all of the key Aussies in the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Round 2 of NBL27 is in the books and the Illawarra Hawks are the only team still without a win. Olgun and Jason break down what’s going wrong, including the defensive issues and frontcourt help on the way. We talk through Elijah Pepper’s wild game winner, Max Mackinnon’s career night, Josh Oduro's stellar start in Melbourne, drop some new reporting on changes that are coming in New Zealand, and look at Adelaide's new defensive identity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBL27 season is underway and there's already plenty to unpack. Olgun Uluc and Jason Cadee break down the Darius Days fallout, what’s next for Illawarra, South East Melbourne's 1-1 week, Adelaide's undermanned win over Melbourne, and RJ Brown becoming the youngest player to sign an NBL contract in over 40 years. Then, there’s the question on the entire Red Army’s lips, where is Brandon Knight and how much are the Wildcats missing him? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Olgun Uluc, Peter Hooley, Jason Cadee, and Alice Kunek discuss the biggest storylines ahead of the NBL27 season, and preview what we should expect from each team in the league! 00:00 Welcome to NBL27 10:54 Adelaide 36ers 23:07 Brisbane Bullets  31:09 Cairns Taipans 41:22 Illawarra Hawks 49:40 Melbourne United 57:49 New Zealand Breakers 1:05:55 Perth Wildcats 1:12:46 SEM Phoenix 1:26:03 Sydney Kings 1:36:07 Tasmania JackJumpers 1:47:23 Storylines to follow for NBL27 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Aussie Hoops hour is back for another season... and boy has Olgun started strong. ESPN's Richard Jefferson joins ESPN Basketball Insider Olgun Uluc in Melbourne ahead of another massive season of NBA and NBL. We would normally say that they talk Matthew Dellavedova and his coverage of Steph Curry, Ben Simmons return to the NBA, and other regular basketball chat.... but this one went of the rails. ENJOY! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sydney Kings are NBL26 Champions, defeating Adelaide 113–101 in Game 5 to secure their third title in five years. Kendric Davis leads the way, earning Championship Series MVP honors and delivering a statement performance: “It’s my time now.” Brian Goorjian captures his seventh NBL title, while Matthew Dellavedova joins elite company with both an NBA and NBL championship. What’s next for Adelaide after falling just short—and what did we make of Goorjian using his final timeouts to keep Davis on the floor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sydney takes 2-1 lead; Drama on & off the court; Mike Wells criticizes officials; Dell'Orso & the Wildcats advance to Final Four; Jock showing out! Sydney Kings win Game 3. Is KD's approach to the rivalry the right way? Does Mike Wells have a point on the officiating? Dell'Orso, Wildcats advance to Final Four! Jock Landale a big help to Atlanta's success! It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sydney take Game 1 in dominating performance; Aussies go dancing; Dyson leads Hawks to 11 straight wins! Thoughts in Game 1? Kane, Olgun give one thing to watch in Game 2. Aussies make their way on the big stage at the NCAA Tournament. Dyson Daniels' shooting improves; leads Hawks to 11 straight wins! It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A BIG Game 3 that determines it all; Sobey's CAREER night; What's next for Perth? Josh Giddey on FIRE! Who will join the Sydney Kings in the Finals? Game 3 Preview. Nathan Sobey delivers in the clutch in HUGE career-night. Perth gets eliminated - what's next? Josh Giddey continues to shine in Chicago. It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBL26 Playoffs Preview! What's next for Melbourne? Dyson Daniels in LEGENDARY company. Kane and Olgun breakdown on what to look out for in the Final Four teams. Melbourne gets eliminated by Perth - what's next? Dyson Daniels in legendary company! It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason Cadee joins the show this week as we break down the Aussie Boomers’ impressive 2–0 sweep over Guam and the Philippines in the latest FIBA window. We take a deep look at the two massive NBL Play‑In qualifiers, with Phoenix battling Perth for seeding and Melbourne United facing the JackJumpers in a high‑stakes showdown. Cadee also shares insight on how Sydney and Adelaide should attack the FIBA break as the postseason approaches. We close by unpacking Petteri Koponen’s departure from the Breakers and what direction New Zealand may go next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will the Boomers be welcomed back in the Philippines? Bryce wins his 6th MVP, Goorj wins his 7th COTY; NZ shows out in the Gold Coast; Boomers squad thoughts; Dyson continues his hustle! Bryce wins his 6th! Goorjian gets his flowers yet again! New Zealand wins inaugural Ignite Cup. The Boomers return to the Philippines since 2018 brawl. Thoughts on the Boomers Squad for World Cup Qualifiers. Dyson continues his hustle on the court. It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rowdy joins the show again! Who will win the NBL26 Awards? Final Round chat; Veterans resign; Jock Landale's BEAST boxouts; Ignite Cup Final preview; Karim Lopez a Top 10 Pick! NBL Awards predictions. Final Round of NBL26. McVeigh, Sobey stay and resign. Jock Landale at the top of the NBA in boxouts. Ignite Cup Final preview - 36ers vs Breakers. Karim Lopez projected Top 10 in NBA Draft. It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Boomer Ryan Broekhoff joins The Aussie Hoops Hour! A potential championship preview: Sydney vs SEM? DRAMA with Goorj, Foxy, and King; Race to the Top 2; Josh Green's big impact helping Hornets win; New Hawk Landale makes MONSTER statement in debut; Nick Marshall a MIP candidate? Kings vs SEM: a championship series preview? DRAMA with Goorj and Foxy, King gives his input. The race for the Top 2 spots is getting HOT. Josh Green helping the Hornets on a franchise record winning streak. Jock Landale's MONSTER statline in debut for Hawks. Ryan gives his NBL MIP favourite. It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DRAMA between Adelaide & Brisbane; All-NBL chat; Jock's a BEAST on the board; Kings are more DOMINANT than ever; Giddey misses on All-Star. Fight breaks out between the 36ers & Kings. Olgun picks his All-NBL team. Jock continues his dominance crashing the boards. Sydney is on another level of dominance this year. Josh Giddey All-Star sbub? It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trouble in Adelaide? BIG MEN MONEY! Josh Green's impact in Charlotte; Josh Giddey returns; HIGH emotions in Perth; Bye-bye Brisbane. Did Adelaide make the right choice in signing Jenkins? Big men Mennenga and Magnay out for the season - what's next? Josh Green's on-court impact helping Charlotte win games. Josh Giddey returns to Bulls lineup. Emotions roll HIGH in Perth post loss to Melbourne. Kiss the NBL26 season goodbye in Brisbane. It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Inside HoopsFest; SEM makes a STATEMENT vs Adelaide, sends a message to the league; One-on-one with Luke Paul and Tyrese Proctor! Chat all things HoopsFest. SEM the favourite to win it all? Phoenix wins BIG vs 36ers, sends a message to the NBL. Olgun's all-exclusive one-on-one with potential NBA prospect Luke Paul. Kane sits down with Cavs guard Tyrese Proctor. Will Magnay injures foot in 2-point loss to Melbourne. It's all here on The Aussie Hoops Hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices