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Breakers lock in World Cup-winning coach for NBL tilt

Canadian national team coach Gordon Herbert, who led Germany to World Cup gold three years ago, has been confirmed as the Breakers' new coach.

AAP · May 20

Coach Koponen calls time on Breakers, NBL

NBL side the New Zealand Breakers have pledged to undertake a global search after parting ways with head coach Petteri Koponen.

AAP · Feb 28

Breakers fight to resist Hawks' comeback in crucial win

New Zealand's NBL playoff hopes are still alive after Parker Jackson-Cartwright and Karim Lopez starred in a gritty road win over reigning champions Illawarra.

AAP · Jan 11

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Time to stop the blame game: Breakers stuck in a funk

The New Zealand Breakers have lost three games in a row, including to the bottom two teams, and their coach isn't holding back.

AAP · Dec 22, 2025

NBL 2025-26 championship contenders at a glance

Bryce Cotton's bombshell move puts the Adelaide 36ers in title mode, while new-look Cairns are dark horses among the contenders for Illawarra's crown.

AAP · Sep 16, 2025

Hawks secure top spot as in-fighting hurts Breakers

Import Tyler Harvey has scored 29 points to lead Illawarra to a 96-82 win over the NZ Breakers in a result that guaranteed top spot on the NBL ladder.

AAP · Feb 5, 2025

Breakers say they need to learn how to use ex-NBA giant

New Breakers recruit Tacko Fall has all the hallmarks of being an NBL cult hero, with the 229cm centre being the tallest person to ever play in the league.

AAP · Nov 28, 2024

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Top NBA draft prospect Karim Lopez joins NZ Breakers

Expected to be a first-round NBA draft pick in 2026, Karim Lopez has joined the New Zealand Breakers through the NBL's Next Star program.

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