158 | MATT MIMS EXCLUSIVE | From Iowa to Illawarra – NBL1’s Rising Star Tells His Story | Hawks Hangout INTERVIEW
🎙️ In this special Hawks Hangout episode, Sam and Corey sit down with NBL1 Illawarra Hawks star Matt Mims—the electrifying guard who’s quickly become a fan favorite on and off the court.Mims opens up about everything from his basketball roots in Iowa to his college grind at South Dakota State, adjusting to life in Wollongong, and how he ended up playing side-by-side with his Aussie girlfriend Sophie.We chat about:🏀 His love of 94-feet defense and deep threes🔥 Playing against stars like Tyrese Haliburton and Tyler Herro💪 His journey from getting cut in high school to earning a D1 scholarship💬 What it's like coaching local kids, dealing with slumps, and bringing the energy every night💍 Whether a halftime proposal is on the cards (spoiler: he laughs it off... for now)With charisma, humility, and a ton of game, "Slim Shady" Mims is exactly the kind of player Hawks fans rally behind.📲 Follow us for more stories from the Illawarra basketball community:🌐 thebasketballfix.com📷 Instagram: @thebasketballfixpodcast | @thehawkshangout
🎙️ Hawks Hangout is back with a massive off-season update as Sam and Corey cover everything going down in the Hawks world—from free agency signings to the future of our imports, standout performances in the New Zealand NBL, and the return to the Snake Pit in NBL One East.🏀 With most of the local core locked in, the boys break down what comes next. Will Trey Kell re-sign? Is Darius Days on his way out? What kind of big man import should we target to replace Sam Froling while he recovers?🚨 The boys also unpack the huge form of Davo Hickey in NZNBL (triple-doubles galore), Gritter's redemption arc, and Lachie Olbrich’s NBA Draft nomination. Plus, reaction to Tyler Harvey's viral game-winner, and yes—Tatum got a tattoo of himself kissing the trophy. Iconic.🎉 With the Hawks receiving the keys to the city, and back-to-back games coming up for our NBL One squad, there's no slowing down for the reigning champs.🔗 Stay in the loop:🌐 thebasketballfix.com📷 Instagram: @thebasketballfixpodcast | @thehawkshangout
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156 | NBL Free Agency Fix | Recap Of NBL Free Agency Day 1 & Kendric Davis Deserves Better With NBL Pleb
In this episode of The Basketball Fix, Josh is joined by NBL Pleb to dive into Day 1 of NBL Free Agency and unpack the biggest talking point in the league right now — Kendric Davis.They break down:- Why Kendric Davis deserves more respect from the NBL community.- How false narratives have shaped public perception.- What his agent Corey Barker is really saying behind the scenes.- And which teams should be doing everything to sign him.Plus, your full Day 1 Free Agency recap, including:- Adelaide locking in Michael Harris and Isaac White- Kyle Bowen re-signing with Melbourne- Cam Hufner joining Perth- The latest on Sunday Dech, Delly, JLA, Matt Hurt, and more- What’s next for the Perth Wildcats in the post-Bryce Cotton eraIf you're passionate about the NBL, player stories, and the league's future — this episode is for you.🎧 Hit follow, drop a rating, and get your weekly Basketball Fix.
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155 | The Aussie Hoops Show With NBA Straya | Giddey’s Rise, Dyson’s D & Boomers Ballin’ in the NBA!
The Basketball Fix links up with NBA Straya for a special Aussie hoops takeover! Josh is joined by the hilarious and insightful Jaymz from NBA Straya to talk all things Australians in the NBA.We dive deep into:Dyson Daniels' Defensive Player of the Year case — 200+ steals, 50 blocks, and not a whisper from the voters?!Josh Giddey’s post-All-Star explosion in Chicago — was the OKC trade a historic mistake?Ben Simmons, Patty Mills, and Kyrie Irving’s futures in green & goldThe GOAT Aussie NBA player debate (is it Patty?)A cheeky LA28 Boomers predictionWho’s winning the title? OKC? Lakers? Celtics?Plus, Jaymz drops his signature NBA Straya takes and we shout out all the Aussie legends killing it across the league.Hit play, follow NBA Straya’s daily show, and don’t forget to hit our socials for more Aussie hoops heat 🇦🇺🏀Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UC4woTWzS56W5G1TSiGqGIiw X: https://x.com/NbaStraya?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/nba-straya/id1313092126
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NBL Free Agency Fix: Day 8 | Jack White's NBA Ambitions & All The Latest NBL Free Agency Moves
Oh my goodness! We are back with another jam-packed episode of The Basketball Fix Podcast, diving deep into all the NBL free agency news you need to know. With free agency officially opening this Friday, we break down every accepted, declined, and ongoing contract situation across the league.From Jack White’s potential NBA return and Nathan Sobey staying in Phoenix, to the Cairns Taipans building a serious young core, we cover every key move and what it means for your team. Plus, we look at the big unknowns—Perth’s direction, Melbourne’s reshuffle, and who's primed to shake things up.Whether you’re a diehard fan or a casual viewer getting your fix, this episode is your ultimate free agency rundown.🎧 Tune in, hit subscribe, and get your basketball fix!Ahead Of The Game: https://www.youtube.com/@AheadofTheGameSports
Welcome to The Basketball Fix, your ultimate destination for everything related to the National Basketball League in Australia! Our dedicated team will dive deep into the world of Aussie hoops with weekly podcasts, videos and interviews, bringing you the latest insights, analysis, and stories from the world of the NBL.Join us as we interview past and present players, coaches, and key figures in Australian basketball, giving you an exclusive look behind the scenes. Stay ahead of the game with our in-depth previews of upcoming matches and comprehensive reviews of games dissecting all the big plays, strategies and stories making headlines.Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the sport, The Basketball Fix has everything you need to stay updated and engaged with the National Basketball League. Subscribe now and never miss a beat!
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