NBA opens investigation into young Boomers star Giddey The NBA is investigating an allegation young Australian star Josh Giddey had an improper relationship with an underaged girl. AAP · Nov 25, 2023
Justin Tatum keen on full-time stint as Hawks NBL coach Justin Tatum has been thrust into the head coaching job at the Illawarra Hawks and is hopeful his stay outlasts the current NBL season. AAP · Nov 15, 2023
Struggling Hawks axe NBL coach Jackomas A 2-7 start to the NBL season, after a horror first-year campaign, has cost coach Jacob Jackomas his job at the Illawarra Hawks. AAP · Nov 14, 2023
Goorjian predicts the best is still to come for Simmons There will be at least nine Australians who will feature in the NBA this season, and Ben Simmons is aiming to regain his status as an elite player. AAP · Oct 23, 2023
Goorjian keen for a fairytale Spurs return for Mills Patty Mills was traded three times within the space of 10 crazy days in July, and there's no guarantee he'll stay with Atlanta this season either. AAP · Oct 23, 2023
‘We’ll go to the promised land’: how Patty Mills inspired Boomers bronze age A moving new documentary tells how inspired leadership and vibrant team culture helped end the Australian men’s basketball team’s 65-year medal drought The Guardian - AU · Aug 26, 2023
Ben Simmons and the heavy burden of unfulfilled promise Despite the hatred the Australian attracts, there’s still an air of expectation that hovers around him even as his career continues to stall The Guardian - US · Aug 23, 2023
2023 FIBA World Cup: Josh Giddey expected to be main ballhandler for Australia "A lot of it's gotta be built around him." USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 10, 2023
Boomers 'good to go' regardless of Simmons decision Boomers coach Brian Goorjian says Ben Simmons would be a bonus addition to his World Cup squad but likes Australia's medal chances either way. AAP · Jun 16, 2023
Boomers call up Giddey and Daniels but no Ben Simmons in 18-man World Cup squad Veteran Aron Baynes left out of Australian extended squad but coach leaves door open for Simmons’ return The Guardian - AU · May 8, 2023
Simmons, Baynes miss Boomers’ 18-man Cup squad Ben Simmons could still feature for the Boomers at the World Cup despite the three-time NBA All-Star not being selected in the 18-man extended squad. The New Daily · May 8, 2023
Ben Simmons misses out on NBA-filled Boomers training squad ahead of FIBA World Cup Ben Simmons may still feature for the Boomers at the World Cup, despite the three-time NBA All-Star not being selected in the 18-man extended squad. ABC News · May 8, 2023
Boomers crush Japan in World Cup qualifier The Aussie Boomers are poised to claim top spot in their FIBA World Cup qualifying group after smashing Japan by 46 points. AAP · Jul 1, 2022
Boomers beat China in World Cup qualifier Matthew Dellavedova stepped up to guide an inexperienced Boomers side to a win over China in their FIBA World Cup qualifier in Melbourne. AAP · Jun 30, 2022
AAP · Jun 29, 2022 Boomers platform for Maker's NBA bid Thon Maker hopes to boost his NBA prospects when he returns to the Boomers line-up for FIBA World Cup qualifying games against China and Japan.
AAP · Jun 9, 2022 Maker, Dellavedova headline Boomers squad Australia coach Brian Goorjian says Thon Maker will be a major asset for the Boomers' World Cup qualifiers against Japan, Taiwan and China.
ABC News · May 4, 2022 As NBL final looms, Brian Goorjian steps down as head coach of Illawarra Hawks The 68-year-old made the franchise a contender again after years of difficulty and is set to maintain his presence in an advisory role.
AAP · May 4, 2022 Goorjian steps down as Hawks' NBL coach Boomers coach Brian Goorjian will hand the reins of the resurgent Illawarra Hawks to his long-time assistant Jacob Jackomas for the next NBL season.
AAP · Apr 27, 2022 My ref remark was immature: Kings coach Sydney Kings coach Chase Buford says he needs to stop getting into personal battles with officials after making a regrettable comment about referee Chris Reid.
AAP · Apr 26, 2022 Goorjian questions Kings rival's ref call Illawarra Hawks coach Brian Goorjian has questioned rival Sydney coach Chase Buford's decision to single out a referee ahead of their NBL semi-final series.
AAP · Apr 24, 2022 Hawks earn NBL semis home edge over Kings Illawarra have secured second spot on the NBL ladder on percentage over Sydney after a thrilling 87-84 away win over the Kings
AAP · Apr 9, 2022 Hawks win sixth straight, march on in NBL Illawarra have led from start to finish in a demolition of Brisbane on the road as Brian Goorjian's side claimed their sixth straight game in a 108-77 NBL win.
AAP · Apr 2, 2022 Hawks top United, rise to second in NBL The Illawarra Hawks defeat ladder leaders Melbourne United for the second time in a week as NBL finals race heats up.
AAP · Mar 27, 2022 Illawarra stun top-ranked United in NBL The Illawarra Hawks have scored a crucial 92-77 road win over Melbourne United to consolidate their spot in the NBL's top four.
AAP · Mar 19, 2022 Tensions flare as Hawks defeat JackJumpers Tasmania coach Scott Roth lost his cool with Illawarra's Antonius Cleveland after the Hawks beat the JackJumpers to boost their NBL semi-final hopes.