Canberra back on NBL agenda with hosting of Blitz

Canberra last had an NBL presence in 2003 through the Cannons, who were then dissolved. (Alan Porritt/AAP PHOTOS)

Canberra will be thrust back into the NBL's spotlight as preseason tournament host nearly 40 years after the Cannons won the last of their three titles.

The nation's capital will host the NBL Blitz next month, with 10 games across five nights at the renovated AIS Arena from August 27.