Bringing the Blue | Melbourne United Podcast

3–4, eighth on the ladder, and two of the top three teams up next. No pressure. 😬 Friday night, United head to RAC Arena to face a Perth side that has lost only once at home this season. The Wildcats are also coming off a 102–81 belting in Sydney, so expect them to be angry. 🐱 Then on Sunday, the defending champion Sydney Kings come to John Cain Arena for the Multicultural Game. Torrey Craig and Kendric Davis are coming off a statement win, and the Kings are top of the ladder on percentage. 👑🌏 Shane and Tom break down both games, including whether three losses by two points make this team unlucky or something worse. In this episode: 📋 Where the Teams Stand: form, injuries and storylines for United, Perth and Sydney 🔍 One Thing to Watch: Windler, Pepper, Craig and the battles that could decide each night 🔑 United’s Path to Victory: three keys for each game 📰 Tomorrow’s Back Page: our boldest headlines for the weekend ⚡ Quick-Fire: United’s record after the double, 5–4, 4–5 or 3–6? Bringing the Blue is the Melbourne United podcast for the fans, by the fans. 🔵 🌏 Heading to the Multicultural Game? The free festival runs from 3pm on Melbourne Park Oval. Come early and wear something that shows your heritage. 📍 Sunday 25 October, 5:00pm, John Cain Arena. Follow the show so you don’t miss our review after the weekend, with BTB MVP votes and The Blue Exchange. 🎙️ #MelbourneUnited #NBL27 #MulticulturalGame #BringingTheBlue #WeAreUnited

So much for grounding the Hawks. 🦅 United won the first quarter, won the fourth and still lost 91–89 to a 1–6 Illawarra side at John Cain Arena. A 35–16 second quarter did the damage, and Makur Maker’s three with 71 seconds left sealed it. United slip to 3–4. 😩 It’s just Shane and Tom this week, and there’s plenty to unpack. United won the rebounds 50–32 and took 17 more free throws, but turned it over 18 times and got outscored 53–24 off the bench. Cole Anthony’s technical cost him most of the first half before he poured in 20 after the break. And yes, Milton Doyle came back to haunt us, with the assist on the winning three. 👀 In this episode: 📊 Game by the Numbers: how you win the boards and the free-throw count and still lose 🔍 What Decided the Game: the second quarter, the turnovers and the final 1:22 🔁 Callback Corner: Tatum’s “different conversation” promise, the Hawks’ bench and our preview headlines 🏆 BTB MVP Votes: three, two and one, even in a loss 💱 The Blue Exchange: what we’re buying and selling before Perth and the Kings 🎤 Final Word: our biggest takeaways from the Grassroots Game Bringing the Blue is the Melbourne United podcast for the fans, by the fans. 🔵 Follow the show so you don’t miss our preview of this week’s double, Perth away and the Kings at home. 🏀 #MelbourneUnited #NBL27 #GrassrootsGame #BringingTheBlue #WeAreUnited

United are back to 3–3 and riding a two-game winning streak. Next up is Sunday’s Grassroots Game against the Illawarra Hawks at John Cain Arena. 🌱🏀 After a 2–0 week, with a win in Adelaide and a 15-point comeback in Throwdown 34, United have had an eight-day break to reset. The Hawks arrive at 1–6, last on the ladder, after three straight losses and with the league’s worst defence on the numbers. They’re also bringing a familiar face back to Melbourne in former United guard Milton Doyle. 🦅 A win would put United above .500 for the first time this season. Is this the game the offence finally gets loose, or is a 1–6 team with nothing to lose the most dangerous kind? 🤔 In this episode: 📋 Where the Teams Stand: United’s form, the Hawks’ slump and the latest team news 🔍 One Thing to Watch: the matchups that could decide Sunday, including Doyle’s return 🔑 United’s Path to Victory: three keys to a third straight win 📰 Tomorrow’s Back Page: our boldest headlines for Sunday ⚡ Quick-Fire: our final score predictions Bringing the Blue is the Melbourne United podcast for the fans, by the fans. 🔵 🌱 Heading to the Grassroots Game? Wear your local club jersey to get into the player signing session. 📍 Sunday 18 October, 5:00pm, John Cain Arena. Follow the show so you don’t miss our review after the game, with BTB MVP votes and The Blue Exchange. 🎙️ #MelbourneUnited #NBL27 #GrassrootsGame #BringingTheBlue #WeAreUnited

Down 15 in the Fire Pit, and the flames went out. 🧯 United fell behind 30–17 at quarter-time as the Phoenix found the shooting touch they lost in Throwdown 33. From there United dried up the threes, won the second half 59–46 and came back to win Throwdown 34, 104–99. 🔵🔥 Luke Travers led the way with 24 points on 9-of-11. Josh Oduro added 21 points, 10 rebounds, 4 steals and 4 blocks, and United finished with 8 blocks as a team. Waardenburg’s go-ahead three with 5:42 left put United in front for good, and late stops from Travers and Cole Anthony closed it out. After a win in Adelaide on Wednesday, that’s a 2–0 week, and United are back to 3–3. 💪 In this episode: 📊 Game by the Numbers: how a 15-point deficit turned into a five-point win 🔍 What Decided the Game: the hot start, the comeback and how United closed it out 🔁 Callback Corner: we check the receipts on last Throwdown’s picks (yes, Tom’s aggressive Luke Travers delivered) 🏆 BTB MVP Votes: who gets our three, two and one 💱 The Blue Exchange: what we’re buying and selling before Illawarra 🎤 Final Word: each host’s biggest takeaway from Throwdown 34 Bringing the Blue is the Melbourne United podcast for the fans, by the fans. 🔵 Follow the show so you don’t miss our Grassroots Game preview, as United host the Illawarra Hawks at John Cain Arena on Sunday 18 October. 🏀 #MelbourneUnited #NBL27 #Throwdown #BringingTheBlue #WeAreUnited

At 1–3, United's season needs a spark. 🔥 This week brings two big tests in four days. On Wednesday night, United open their Ignite Cup campaign in Adelaide against the 36ers, the team that beat them 97–95 on opening night. Adelaide have lost two straight and are shooting poorly from three. With points on offer for every quarter won, every quarter counts. 🏆 Then on Saturday night it's Throwdown 34 at John Cain Arena. The Phoenix are coming off a big win over Illawarra and want revenge for the 86–61 beatdown in Throwdown 33. Former United Next Star Dash Daniels also faces his old club. 🔥🆚🔵 In this episode: 📋 Where the Teams Stand: records, form and injury news for United, Adelaide and the Phoenix 🔍 One Thing to Watch: the matchups and numbers that could decide each game 🔑 United's Path to Victory: three keys for each night 📰 Tomorrow's Back Page: our boldest headlines for the week ⚡ Quick-Fire: United's record after Round 4 (last week we all said 3–1… 😬) Bringing the Blue is the Melbourne United podcast for the fans, by the fans. 🔵 Follow the show so you don't miss our review episode after the weekend, with BTB MVP votes and The Blue Exchange. 🎙️ #MelbourneUnited #NBL27 #IgniteCup #Throwdown #BringingTheBlue #WeAreUnited

Two games, two losses, and United drop to 1–3. 😬 First up, a two-point heartbreaker in Hobart. United came back from 19 down and hit the front late, then lost Oduro and Travers to fouls in the final 30 seconds. Taran Armstrong's fadeaway sealed an 84–82 JackJumpers win in a game with 56 fouls and six foul-outs. 🐜 Then back home at John Cain, United led by nine at three-quarter time and fell apart, losing the fourth 35–14 with zero assists. Cole Anthony's 40 points weren't enough as Cairns ran out 107–95 winners. 🐍 In this episode: 📊 Game by the Numbers: both games broken down, including a 10-of-44 weekend from three 🔍 What Decided the Games: the whistle, the comeback, the collapse and the shooting slump 🏆 BTB MVP Votes: two rounds of votes and an updated leaderboard 💱 The Blue Exchange: what we're buying and selling before Adelaide 🎤 Final Word: each host's biggest takeaway from Round 3 Bringing the Blue is the Melbourne United podcast for the fans, by the fans. 🔵 Follow the show so you don't miss our Round 4 preview, as United open their Ignite Cup campaign in Adelaide and head into Throwdown 34. 🔥 #MelbourneUnited #NBL27 #NBL #BringingTheBlue #WeAreUnited

Two games in three days. Can Melbourne United turn their Throwdown win into a 3–1 start? We preview Thursday’s trip to Hobart to face the Tasmania JackJumpers, then Saturday’s home game against the Cairns Taipans. Can Josh Oduro keep rolling against Will Magnay? Will United’s depth make the difference on the road? And how much will the quick turnaround matter when Cairns arrives at John Cain Arena? The crew shares one thing to watch in each game, United’s keys to victory and two bold predictions in Tomorrow’s Back Page. Plus, we make the call: 3–1, 2–2 or 1–3 by the end of Round 3? If you’re heading to Saturday’s game, come along to the post-game members event. We’ll be grabbing your hot takes for the next episode. Bringing the Blue is a Melbourne United podcast made for fans, by fans. 🔵🏀

First Throwdown of the season, first win of NBL27, and a statement from Melbourne United. We break down the 86–61 win over South East Melbourne Phoenix, including that record-low four-point fourth quarter and Josh Oduro’s 21-point performance. Was it United’s defence or a cold shooting night for Phoenix? We dig into the runs that decided the game, the warning signs ahead of Tasmania, our BTB MVP votes, and what we’re buying and selling on The Blue Exchange. Bringing the Blue is a Melbourne United podcast made for fans, by fans. 🔵🏀

It’s Throwdown time. Melbourne United and South East Melbourne Phoenix meet for the first time this season, raising one big question: is this the year SEM finally turns the battle for Melbourne into a genuine rivalry, or does United still own the city? We look at where both teams stand, the matchups and statistics that could decide Thursday night’s game, and whether United can control the tempo through its half-court execution while keeping Phoenix out of transition. We also identify United’s three keys to victory before finishing with Tomorrow’s Back Page, where each host delivers a bold newspaper-style headline predicting what we’ll be reading after the final buzzer. Heading to the game? Join the club and the Bringing the Blue team at St Andrews from 5pm for the pre-game build-up before we head to the Throwdown.

The NBL season is officially underway, and we’re breaking down Melbourne United’s opening-night battle against the Adelaide 36ers. We recap the game by the numbers, examine the key moments and tactical decisions that shaped the result, and discuss what United’s performance told us about the team heading into the new campaign. The first BTB MVP votes of the season are handed out before we open The Blue Exchange, where each host reveals one thing they’re buying from the performance and one thing they’re selling before the next game. What should United carry forward, and what needs to improve? Tune in for our complete season-opener review.

The preseason is over. Now it gets real. 🔵🏀 In the latest episode of Bringing the Blue, we look back at Melbourne United’s successful NBL Blitz campaign and quickly discuss the new, but very familiar, names added to the roster. Then it’s all eyes on Saturday night as United opens the new season at home at John Cain Arena. It doesn’t get much bigger than a blockbuster clash against the Adelaide 36ers to tip things off. 🔥 We preview the matchup, discuss what we want to see from United and set the scene for what should be a massive night at JCA. Very limited tickets are still available, so get down, bring the noise and support the team! 🎟️ Get tickets to Melbourne United home games via AXS: https://www.axs.com/au

Preseason is heating up for Melbourne United! 🔵🏀 In the latest episode of Bringing the Blue, we look back at Saturday night’s game against the Cairns Taipans and break down the key performances, encouraging signs and areas United still needs to sharpen up. We also preview Melbourne United’s two games at the NBL Blitz and ask the crew for their way-too-early, pre-Blitz hot-take headlines. Expect some bold calls that could age brilliantly or come back to haunt us. 👀🔥 Plus, a reminder to vote for Tom and Caleb in Melbourne United’s “Who Called It Best?” competition. Your votes could land them an official commentary gig during United’s final preseason game against the New Zealand Breakers! 🎙️ 🎧 Tune in for Taipans takeaways, NBL Blitz predictions and plenty of early-season overreactions.

Melbourne United’s preseason rolls on! 🔵🏀 In this episode of Bringing the Blue, we look back at United’s Throwdown clash against the South East Melbourne Phoenix, breaking down the biggest moments, standout performances and key takeaways from the game. We then turn our attention to Saturday’s preseason matchup against the Cairns Taipans, discussing what we want to see from United as the team continues building towards the NBL27 season. Plus, we announce an exciting competition being run by Melbourne United that has landed Tom and Caleb in the commentary hot seat for the second quarter of Saturday’s game! 🎙️🔥 Tune in for plenty of Melbourne United preseason talk, Throwdown reactions and a big opportunity for two members of the Bringing the Blue crew.

It’s Throwdown game day! 🔵🏀 This Bringing the Blue game-day companion has everything you need before Melbourne United takes on the South East Melbourne Phoenix in tonight’s preseason clash at the State Basketball Centre. We preview the matchup, discuss the key players and rotations to watch, and share what we want to see from United as preparations for the NBL27 season continue. We also give our thoughts on Melbourne United’s new jerseys for the upcoming season 👕🔥 Whether you’re heading to the game, watching from home or listening on the drive to the arena, get ready for another chapter of Melbourne basketball’s biggest rivalry. 🎧 Press play and get set for United v SEM Phoenix!

Melbourne United basketball is officially back! 🔵🏀 The Bringing the Blue crew breaks down United’s preseason opener against B.League United at Courtside in Port Melbourne on Sunday. We discuss Luke Travers looking bigger, stronger and ready for a massive NBL season, Sam Waardenburg's impressive all-around impact and how he could thrive alongside Joe Ingles. We also look at one of the team's new faces, Harry Nielsen’s performance. It’s only preseason, but there were already plenty of encouraging signs, a few areas to improve and plenty to get excited about. Plus, Shane gives his honest review of the Courtside pizza. 🍕😂 🎧 Tune in for our full Melbourne United preseason review, player takeaways and early thoughts on the NBL27 season.

Melbourne United has landed NBA guard Cole Anthony in one of the biggest signings in NBL history! 🔥🏀 In this episode, we break down today’s massive announcement and ask the big question: Is Cole Anthony the greatest import signing Melbourne United has ever made? We also discuss: 🔥 What Anthony brings to United 🔄 Potential rotations and starting lineups 🙌 Tom Wilson returning for another season 🇯🇵 United’s game against Japan’s B.League this weekend 🏀 The excitement of finally having basketball back The NBL season is approaching, United’s roster is taking shape, and the hype is officially building! 🎧 Bringing the Blue: A Melbourne United fan podcast covering the latest team news, NBL signings, game previews, roster analysis and everything happening around United.

Melbourne United have their new head coach. We're jumping on for an emergency episode to break down the appointment of Jacob Chance , what it means for the club, his coaching background, what fans can expect from his style of basketball, and the impact this could have on United's championship aspirations. Join us as we react to the announcement, share our first impressions, and discuss what's next for Melbourne United heading into the new NBL season. 🔵 Subscribe, leave a review, and let us know your thoughts on the Jacob Chance appointment. Go United!

Bringing the Blue is back for Episode 2 as the road to NBL26 keeps heating up 🔵🏀 This week we break down the official Melbourne United schedule release, the games that instantly stand out, toughest road trips, marquee matchups, and what stretches could define United’s season early. We also revisit Episode 1 now that Levi’s mic has finally decided to cooperate 🎙️😂 and clean up some of our early offseason takes around the roster, expectations, and where United currently sits heading into preseason. Plus, we get into one of the biggest fan talking points 💺 What games your membership actually covers, so hopefully we can clear up some confusion. If you’re a Melbourne United fan, this is your weekly home for all things United and NBL26. Follow the pod, leave a rating, and jump over to the Bringing the Blue Instagram to stay locked in all season long.

Bringing the Blue is BACK for a brand new NBL season 🔵🏀 In Episode 1 of the new era, we break down all the biggest early storylines surrounding Melbourne United heading into NBL26. From the huge return of Joe Ingles to the signing of Sam Waardenburg, expectations are already sky high as United reloads for another championship push. We dive into what Ingles brings to the culture and locker room, why his return home is bigger than basketball, how Waardenburg fits the roster immediately, and what Tanner Krebs’ departure means for the team moving forward. Plus: ⚡ Early preseason expectations ⚡ Blitz and schedule hype ⚡ Mailbag questions from United fans ⚡ What’s next for the club this offseason This is a fresh start for Bringing the Blue with new hosting, bigger plans, and more Melbourne United coverage all season long. Follow the podcast, leave a rating, and jump over to Instagram to stay locked in for all things Melbourne United and the NBL. The road to NBL26 starts now.