ESPN's Kane Pitman and Olgun Uluc talk about all of the pressing topics in Australian basketball, featuring in-depth interviews, panel discussions, and everything in between.
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Our host Max Becker takes us on the journey of the lives of sporting stars, their careers, struggles, growing up and of course a few laughs along the way!
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Episode 187 - With Lakers Nation Reporter Ryan Ward
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58:59In episode 187, Max chats with Lakers Nation Reporter Ryan Ward! Ryan takes us through the Luka trade, playoffs, and how far the Lakers can go! All this and much more in episode 187 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Episode 186 - With Senior National Basketball Business Reporter The Athletic Mike Vorkunov
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33:21In episode 186, Max chats with Senior National Basketball Business Reporter The Athletic Mike Vorkunov! Mike takes us through Phoenix, Luka, and the playoffs! All this and much more in episode 186 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Episode 185 - With The Ringer's Howard Beck
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1:13:32In episode 185, Max chats with The Ringer's Howard Beck! Howard takes us through the Lakers, New York Times, and Sports Illustrated! All this and much more in episode 186 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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BUSINESS SERIES - With Founder and CEO Tribeca Financial Ryan Watson
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45:19In episode Business Series, Max chats with Founder and CEO of Tribeca Financial! Ryan takes us through financial wellbeing, how to measure financial wellbeing, and how to build a winning cashflow structure! All this and much more in business series!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Illawarra Hawks win second NBL title in epic five-game series
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47:59What a series. What a team. The Illawarra Hawks are NBL champions for 2025. Kane and Olgun breakdown game five from the key numbers to key players and missed opportunities. Of course, the MVP debate is had, who should have been MVP, is the system wrong and Kane gives his 3-2-1 in a modified format. Is this the end of an era for Melbourne United? Ho…
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Melbourne United one win from Championship behind Matthew Dellavedova excellence
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51:31In a series of moments, Melbourne United continue to stand up in the fourth quarter. With a 2-1 lead in the series, Melbourne now face an opportunity to close out the series on their home floor in Game 4. Kane and Olgun discuss the tireless Matthew Dellavedova, big game Ian Clark and the mental resolve of Jack White. How have Dean Vickerman and Jus…
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Adam Caporn talks being named Boomers head coach through to 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
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13:20Adam Caporn talks being named head coach of the Australian Boomers, how his time at the AIS prepared him, his plans to guide the program forward, the play-style he'll look to implement, and his thoughts on the stellar form of Josh Giddey and Dyson Daniels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Episode 184 - With ESPN Insider Kane Pitman
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49:02In episode 184, Max chats with ESPN insider Kane Pitman! Kane takes us through the Luka trade, Jimmy Butler and Golden State, and ESPN! All this and much more in episode 184 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Melbourne United in box seat after stealing home court from Illawarra Hawks in NBL Championship series
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41:23Melbourne United are two wins away from the NBL25 Championship. Did the Illawarra Hawks commit a self-inflicted loss? Will the game mentally impact them heading on the road for Game 2? Kane and Olgun discuss the moments from the series opener and assess the panic scale for the one seed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc…
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Olgun breaks down Melbourne's insane Game 3 win over Perth, the Hawks' shellacking of the Phoenix + a lookahead to the NBL Championship Series
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31:44We just saw two fascinating Game 3s, and Olgun is here to break them down. Melbourne United got the best of the Perth Wildcats in one of the most incredible displays of shot-making you'll ever see (which was also filled with controversy), before the Illawarra Hawks demolished the South East Melbourne Phoenix. That set up what's sure to be an incred…
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Episode 183 - With Cricket Agent Neil Maxwell
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39:17In episode 183, Max chats with Cricket Agent Neil Maxwell! Neil takes us through Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Punjab Kings! All this and much more in episode 183 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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How the NBL25 Semi Finals will be decided
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38:29Both Semi Final series are heading for a deciding Game 3. Kane and Olgun discuss the state of each team leading into the win or go home scenario. Jack White and the mental challenge of bouncing back, Keanu Pinder’s struggles finishing in the paint and Justin Tatum leaning on his bench are some of the concerns. On the other side, the guys praise the…
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Episode 182 - With The Process Basketball Founder Tremaine Dalton
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29:06In episode 182, Max chats with The Process Basketball Founder Tremaine Dalton! Tremaine takes us through finding Wemby, Jayda Curry, and Naismith Hall of Fame nominees!By Sporting Max
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In-depth NBL Playoffs preview + Taran Armstrong signs with the Golden State Warriors
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56:57The NBL Playoffs are here, and Kane and Olgun are here to break it all down. The Illawarra Hawks have been dominant all season long but could the return of a South East Melbourne Phoenix star make their semifinals series closer than we think? Over in Melbourne, it's a clash of styles as the veteran-laden United take on a red-hot Wildcats team led b…
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Episode 181 - With Former Essendon Bombers Player Dyson Heppell
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43:14In episode of 181, Max chats with Former Essendon Bombers Player Dyson Heppell! Dyson takes us through the Bombers, the Essendon drug saga, and his retirement! All this and much more in episode 181 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Adelaide disaster finally over, Kyrie Irving the Boomer and Dash Daniels shows out at All Star Weekend
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55:30The Adelaide 36ers season ended in predictable fashion. A collapse against South East Melbourne sends the talented roster to the offseason but what is next for a proud club that has continued to disappoint? Is the recent reputation going to hurt recruiting? Should Mike Wells return? Kane and Olgun break down the situation in Adelaide. Kyrie Irving …
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Wildcats advance, Xavier Cooks suspended and reactions from the Gazey awards
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54:02The Perth Wildcats advanced to a semi final series against Melbourne United after blowing away the Phoenix in the 4th quarter. Kane and Olgun react minutes after the final buzzer, discussing Keanu Pinder’s signature game, South East Melbourne’s defensive struggles, the frustrating officiating and more. Xavier Cooks suspension is also noted, particu…
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Episode 180 - With CEO Football Australia James Johnson
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30:56In episode 180, Max chats with CEO Football Australia James Johnson! James takes us through the AFC, City Football, Football Australia, and the Matildas! All this and much more in episode 180 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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The Kings are hard to trust, the Wildcats' rotations are clearer and United still have questions as the play-in picture takes shape
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54:43The Sydney Kings put together another unconvincing week and are staring down the barrel of a concerning play-in matchup, while the Perth Wildcats are trending in the other direction as they slowly unlock Keanu Pinder. Kane and Olgun also discuss whether Melbourne United has the offensive firepower to continue competing at a high level, RAC Arena li…
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Episode 179 - With Tasmania Jackjumpers Head Coach Scott Roth
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1:15:13In episode 179, Max chats with Tasmania Jackjumpers Head Coach Scott Roth! Scott takes us through Tassie, the NBA, and the values that underlie Tassie! All this and much more in episode 179 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Who will be the next Boomers head coach? Are Adelaide the biggest threat to Illawarra and an alarming Sydney stat
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45:08The search for the Boomers head coach is down to five names with a decision expected in the next 2-3 weeks. Who is on the list and why were some highly credentialed Aussie coaches overlooked? Kane and Olgun discuss the process to this point. Adelaide have moved into the top 6 after wins over Sydney and New Zealand. What does the data suggest has ch…
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Has John Rillie found Perth Wildcats formula and more impressed with Illawarra or concerned with Melbourne?
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50:40The Perth Wildcats have quietly won 7 of their last 8 games to sit second on the ladder. What moves did John Rillie make to turn things around? Are they a legitimate title threat? Plus, South East Melbourne Phoenix pick apart opponents in further evidence that Josh King was an elite hire. How is King maximizing the Phoenix roster? Kane and Olgun di…
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Episode 178 - With Olympic Swimmer Mack Horton
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1:12:21In episode 178, Max chats with Olympic Swimmer Mack Horton! Mack takes us through the standoff, Rio, and making himself nervous to energy! All this and much more in episode 178 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Phoenix injury blow, Adelaide hurting themselves and Sydney’s lineup roundabout
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51:36The show starts with some breaking news on South East Melbourne star, Derrick Walton Jr. That leads to a discussion on the Play-In Tournament race between Tasmania, SEM, Brisbane and Adelaide. The 36ers continue to be one of the more intriguing teams in the league, looking title contenders one minutes, and awful the next. Why do they continue to be…
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Don’t take Bryce Cotton for granted, Phoenix offence heating up and are alarm bells ringing for Melbourne United
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53:55Bryce Cotton is steamrolling his way to another MVP and the question has become whether or not this is the best NBL hoops of his career? Can the Wildcats make yet another championship run? Kane and Olgun discuss the latest play from BC. Elsewhere the South East Melbourne Phoenix offence is starting to heat up….what did the guys like or dislike from…
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Adelaide 36ers hold players meeting, Sydney Kings import decision and South East Melbourne’s dramatic turnaround
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46:22The rollercoaster season for the Adelaide 36ers with a loss to Perth and a win in Sydney coming with all kinds of drama in between. Olgun and Kane discuss oa wild weekend for Adelaide and whether or not the road win will be a meaningful catalyst to change the season. On the Sydney front, Brian Goorjian wants a guard, with Olgun reporting a new play…
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177 - With Fremantle Dockers Player Bailey Banfield
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39:56In episode 185, Max chats with Fremantle Dockers Player Bailey Banfield! Bailey takes us through his mind wondering during games, Fremantle, and selection! All this and much more in episode 185 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Episode 176 - With Triathlete Matt Hauser
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47:22In episode 176, Max chats with triathlete Matt Hauser! Matt takes us through the Olympics, Hamburg, and his first win in World Championship series in Montreal! All this and much more in episode 176 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Episode 175 - With COO Brighton and Hove Albion Paul Mullen
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38:21In episode 175, Max chats with COO Brighton and Hove Albion Paul Mullen! Baul takes us through Brighton, Womens World Cup, and being a top 10 premier league and top 4 premier league team! All this and much more in episode 175 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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NBL Midseason Check-ins - Part 2 (Tasmania, Brisbane, New Zealand, Melbourne)
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46:55We're back for Part 2 of our NBL Midseason Check-ins. Olgun chats with Tasmania JackJumpers guard Milton Doyle, Brisbane Bullets head coach Justin Schueller, Melbourne United big-man Marcus Lee, and New Zealand Breakers guard Mitch McCarron to get a gauge on how their respective teams are tracking thus far this season. *Note: The Cairns Taipans end…
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Episode 174 - With Hawthorn President Andy Gowers
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1:05:41In episode 174, Max chats with Hawthorn President Andy Gowers! Andy takes us through racism mediation, the expectations at the Hawks, and playing for the Hawks! All this and much more in episode 174 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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NBL Midseason Check-ins - Part 1 (Sydney, Adelaide, Perth, SEM, Illawarra)
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1:08:35We've reached the midway point of the NBL season, so it's time to check in on how each team is tracking - and we have 5 guests to help. Olgun chats with SEM Phoenix big-man Jordan Hunter, Adelaide 36ers guard Dejan Vasiljevic, Sydney Kings CEO Chris Pongrass, Illawarra Hawks forward Mason Peatling, and Perth Wildcats GM Danny Mills to get the lowdo…
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Episode 172 - With Broadcaster Ben Damom
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1:06:00In episode 172, Max chats with Broadcaster Ben Damon! Ben takes us through Mike Tyson, Tim Tszyu and Michael Zerafa, and what's next for Tim Tszyu! All this and much more in episode 172 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Episode 173 - With CEO Hockey Australia David Pryles
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45:21In episode 173, Max chats with CEO Hockey Australia David Pryles. David takes us through the Paris, 2021 culture review, and the Comm games! All this and much more in episode 173 of Sporting Max!By Sporting Max
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Magic Pod - With Andrew Parkinson, Darren Lucas, Sam Mackinnon, Tony Ronaldson, and Kevin Goorjian
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2:01:33Magic Pod - With Andrew Parkinson, Darren Lucas, Sam Mackinnon, Tony Ronaldson, and Kevin Goorjian by Sporting MaxBy Sporting Max
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Episode 171 - With NBL Referee Ken Widgeon
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37:55In episode 171, Max chats with NBL Referee Ken Widegon! Ken takes us through college, referee streetball, and NBL! All this and much more in episode 171 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Bryce Cotton continues league scoring binge, Melbourne United separate from pack and will Illawarra find consistency?
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51:41The outrageous scoring binge in the NBL has continued, with Bryce Cotton dropping 59 points on New Zealand. Kane and Olgun discuss the magnitude of the performance, assess where Perth sit overall and ask whether New Zealand are in trouble all of a sudden. Elsewhere, Melbourne and Sydney played out another classic. Is Chris Goulding in the best form…
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In episode 170, Max chats with Broadcaster Tim Lane! Tim takes us through Channel 9, Channel 10, and 3AW! All this and much more in episode 170 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Montrezl Harrell suspended, young Boomers to watch and Dyson Daniels breakout NBA start
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51:27After a week of waiting, Montrezl Harrell and Kendric Davis have been handed suspensions by the single person tribunal. Kane and Olgun discuss the verdict and the long process to get to this position. The FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers delivered two massive wins for the Boomers. Chris Goulding’s hot shooting and some future Boomers names to watch are on …
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Fallout from Melbourne-Adelaide incident, Batemon burns Perth and why would New Zealand move on from Freddie Gillespie?
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45:58Another weekend, another round of complete chaos. Kane and Olgun work their way through all the incidents. What will the NBL do about the Adelaide-Melbourne incidents? Why is New Zealand moving on from Freddie Gillespie? How did James Batemon persevere early season preseason to burn the Perth Wildcats to the tune of 51 points? Also, the guys discus…
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Episode 169 - With Olympic Gold Medallist Grace Brown
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52:50In episode 169, Max chats with Olympic Gold Medallist Grace Brown. Grace takes us through Olympics, Gold Medal, and World Championships! All this and much more in episode 169 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Episode 168 - With Carlton Football Operations Manager Len Villani
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58:47In episode 168, Max chats with Carlton Football Operations Manager Len Villani! Len takes us through the Calder Cannons, Eastern Ranges, and Carlton! All this and much more in episode 168 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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How did Chris Goulding shake loose, are the JackJumpers turning the corner and Adelaide league’s box office team
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42:19Kane and Olgun are back to wrap round 8 of NBL25. Chris Goulding’s historic explosion was the highlight of the round, but how did he do it, how did Perth allow it to happen and what does it mean for Melbourne’s threat as a title contender? Tasmania have had a rough season to date, but did they find some clues on the weekend for how they can turn th…
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Episode 167 - With CEO and Co Founder Luxury Escapes Adam Schwab
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52:23In episode 166, Max chats with CEO and Co Founder of Luxury Escapes Adam Schwab! Adam takes us through when the right time is to move people on, building a marketplace, and his 3 tips for building a successful business! All this and much more in episode 166 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/…
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New Zealand Breakers make statement, Josh the King of South East Melbourne and do Melbourne United have enough offence?
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43:42The New Zealand Breakers have travelled across the world to start NBL25 but they ended round 7 as the talking point of the league. After dominant wins over Adelaide and Melbourne, what stands out about the Breakers 6-2 start and are they a genuine contender? Elsewhere, the South East Melbourne Phoenix have found some positivity of late, collecting …
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Episode 166 - With Melbourne Demons Player Kate Hore
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20:41In episode 166, Max chats with Melbourne Demons Player Kate Hore! Kate takes us through the condensed fixture, grand final, and flag! All this and much more in episode 166 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Episode 165 - With Seattle Seawolves Player Cameron Orr
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56:13In episode 165, Max chats with Seattle Seawolves Player Cameron Orr! Cameron takes us through the Seattle Seawolves, the Wellington, and the Melbourne Rebels! All this and much more in episode 165 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Tatum vs. Goulding, Montrezl Harrell dominates and what is wrong with the Sydney Kings?
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50:16It was a drama filled round of NBL, starting with Melbourne’s win over Illawarra. Who is the real villain? Chris Goulding, Justin Tatum or the officials? Did Tatum deserve a fine? Has CG been unfairly treated around the league? Is there a flopping problem in the NBL? Elsewhere, the Sydney Kings lost two games, so what is happening to the preseason …
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Episode 164 - With Cricket Journalist Peter Lalor
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1:04:55In episode 164, Max chats with Cricket Journalist Peter Lalor! Peter takes us through Australia's opening bat, Bali Bombings, and the Jonny Bairstow stumping! All this and much more in episode 164 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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Episode 163 - With Fox Footy Reporter David Zita
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31:53In episode 163, Max chats with Fox Footy Reporter David Zita! David takes us through Brayden Maynard case, Melbourne shopping around Clayton Oliver, and the compensation rulings. All this and much more in episode 163 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/By Sporting Max
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