Kenny Smith joins NBL Next Stars

Kenny Smith will actively recruit, develop and mentor new Next Stars players

Hukporti joins Ludwigsburg on loan

Ariel Hukporti will return to Germany to continue his NBA Draft preparations.

The partnership pushing Hukporti's high ceiling

Jo Lual-Acuil Jr and Ariel Hukporti have formed a lethal one-two interior punch for Melbourne United this season.

Reflecting on NBL24’s historically strong Next Stars class

This season’s Next Stars class has set a new bar for how to contribute to winning basketball.

Australia's next local Next Star?

The JackJumpers have reportedly shown interest in 17-year-old Aussie phenom Roman Siulepa as a potential Next Star.

Next Star Klintman declares for NBA Draft

Bobi Klintman is one step closer to becoming an NBA player, after submitting his paperwork for the Draft.

Hukporti built for NBA?

Matthew Dellavedova believes the extra floor-spacing in the NBA could see Ariel Hukporti thrive at the next level.

How Rubstavicius' draft stock "jumped 20 points"

Mody Maor was full of praise for Mantas Rubstavicius following Wednesday's Play-In Qualifier win over Sydney.

NBA Draft expert praises Hukporti

The Athletic's Sam Vecenie appeared on Melbourne United's 'The Extra Pass' podcast and discussed the draft prospects of Next Star Ariel Hukporti.