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The Advertiser
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
American guard Doyle leaves JackJumpers for NBL rivals
American guard Milton Doyle is set to confirm a move to Melbourne United after bringing an end to his successful NBL stint with the Tasmania JackJumpers. Doyle has been one of the league's premier guards over the past three seasons, averaging 15.8 points, 4.3 assists, 5.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game. He made 96 appearances for Tasmania and was a key piece of the puzzle in the club's historic 2023/24 championship under coach Scott Roth. "We wish Milton and his family all the best for the future," JackJumpers chief operating officer Darren Smith said in a statement. "He's been a big part of our club for the last three years and we thank him for everything he has given during his time with us. Doyle, who was also named Tasmania's MVP in 2023, is currently in Puerto Rico playing for Indios de Mayaguez. The 31-year-old was part of the Brooklyn Nets as a two-way player in 2017-18 and has spent most of his career between the NBA G-League and Europe. Melbourne are coming off successive NBL Championship Series defeats, and have had top-two regular-season finishes in four of the past five years. But they have been forced to rethink their recruiting strategy this year, having lost high-profile locals Matthew Dellavedova and Jack White. Doyle, who has reportedly agreed a one-year deal with United, is likely to be one of three imports on the roster. Melbourne already have Chris Goulding, Finn Delany, Shea Ili, Kyle Bowen, Tanner Krebs, Fabijan Krslovic, Tom Wilson and Next Star recruit Dash Daniels signed for the upcoming season. American guard Milton Doyle is set to confirm a move to Melbourne United after bringing an end to his successful NBL stint with the Tasmania JackJumpers. Doyle has been one of the league's premier guards over the past three seasons, averaging 15.8 points, 4.3 assists, 5.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game. He made 96 appearances for Tasmania and was a key piece of the puzzle in the club's historic 2023/24 championship under coach Scott Roth. "We wish Milton and his family all the best for the future," JackJumpers chief operating officer Darren Smith said in a statement. "He's been a big part of our club for the last three years and we thank him for everything he has given during his time with us. Doyle, who was also named Tasmania's MVP in 2023, is currently in Puerto Rico playing for Indios de Mayaguez. The 31-year-old was part of the Brooklyn Nets as a two-way player in 2017-18 and has spent most of his career between the NBA G-League and Europe. Melbourne are coming off successive NBL Championship Series defeats, and have had top-two regular-season finishes in four of the past five years. But they have been forced to rethink their recruiting strategy this year, having lost high-profile locals Matthew Dellavedova and Jack White. Doyle, who has reportedly agreed a one-year deal with United, is likely to be one of three imports on the roster. Melbourne already have Chris Goulding, Finn Delany, Shea Ili, Kyle Bowen, Tanner Krebs, Fabijan Krslovic, Tom Wilson and Next Star recruit Dash Daniels signed for the upcoming season. American guard Milton Doyle is set to confirm a move to Melbourne United after bringing an end to his successful NBL stint with the Tasmania JackJumpers. Doyle has been one of the league's premier guards over the past three seasons, averaging 15.8 points, 4.3 assists, 5.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game. He made 96 appearances for Tasmania and was a key piece of the puzzle in the club's historic 2023/24 championship under coach Scott Roth. "We wish Milton and his family all the best for the future," JackJumpers chief operating officer Darren Smith said in a statement. "He's been a big part of our club for the last three years and we thank him for everything he has given during his time with us. Doyle, who was also named Tasmania's MVP in 2023, is currently in Puerto Rico playing for Indios de Mayaguez. The 31-year-old was part of the Brooklyn Nets as a two-way player in 2017-18 and has spent most of his career between the NBA G-League and Europe. Melbourne are coming off successive NBL Championship Series defeats, and have had top-two regular-season finishes in four of the past five years. But they have been forced to rethink their recruiting strategy this year, having lost high-profile locals Matthew Dellavedova and Jack White. Doyle, who has reportedly agreed a one-year deal with United, is likely to be one of three imports on the roster. Melbourne already have Chris Goulding, Finn Delany, Shea Ili, Kyle Bowen, Tanner Krebs, Fabijan Krslovic, Tom Wilson and Next Star recruit Dash Daniels signed for the upcoming season.
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
American guard Doyle leaves JackJumpers for NBL rivals
American guard Milton Doyle is set to confirm a move to Melbourne United after bringing an end to his successful NBL stint with the Tasmania JackJumpers. Doyle has been one of the league's premier guards over the past three seasons, averaging 15.8 points, 4.3 assists, 5.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game. He made 96 appearances for Tasmania and was a key piece of the puzzle in the club's historic 2023/24 championship under coach Scott Roth. "We wish Milton and his family all the best for the future," JackJumpers chief operating officer Darren Smith said in a statement. "He's been a big part of our club for the last three years and we thank him for everything he has given during his time with us. "While we're disappointed we weren't able to come to an agreement to continue his NBL journey in Tasmania, we respect his decision and wish him, Keyara and the children every success." Doyle, who was also named Tasmania's MVP in 2023, is currently in Puerto Rico playing for Indios de Mayaguez. The 31-year-old was part of the Brooklyn Nets as a two-way player in 2017-18 and has spent most of his career between the NBA G-League and Europe. Melbourne are coming off successive NBL Championship Series defeats, and have had top-two regular-season finishes in four of the past five years. But they have been forced to rethink their recruiting strategy this year, having lost high-profile locals Matthew Dellavedova and Jack White. Doyle, who has reportedly agreed a one-year deal with United, is likely to be one of three imports on the roster. Melbourne already have Chris Goulding, Finn Delany, Shea Ili, Kyle Bowen, Tanner Krebs, Fabijan Krslovic, Tom Wilson and Next Star recruit Dash Daniels signed for the upcoming season.
NBC Sports
12-03-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Zion Williamson, Pelicans headed to Australia for first-ever NBA preseason games next season
The New Orleans Pelicans are poised to make a leap next season if they bring everyone back — Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy III, Herb Jones, Dejounte Murray — and draft well. The first people to get a look at that team will be in Australia. New Orleans is headed to Australia during training camp next October for two preseason games against NBL teams, the first time the NBA has played a preseason game in Australia. The Pelicans will play Melbourne United — a team with former NBA player Matthew Dellavedova and currently in the NBL Championship Series — and South East Melbourne Phoenix in Melbourne Park on Oct. 3 and Oct. 5. The Pelicans are going down under! 🇦🇺 The NBA and Australia's National Basketball League (NBL) today announced that the New Orleans Pelicans will play two preseason games against NBL teams in Melbourne on October 3rd and 5th 🏀 'The significance of this announcement for basketball in Australia and the NBL can't be overstated,' NBL Executive Director & Owner Larry Kestelman said in a statement. 'Hosting an NBA team in Australia has been a long-held dream for everyone at the NBL, and to see this initiative finally come to fruition after a 15-year journey shows that much can be accomplished when you 'Dream Big.'' There are several Australian players in the NBA, including Kyrie Irving (who was born in Melbourne), Dyson Daniels, Josh Giddey, Dante Exum, and Patty Mills. However, none of them are currently members of the Pelicans. The Pelicans plan to bring their full roster over and run a good part of their training camp in Australia, so these games will matter to them, Pelicans executive VP David Griffin said in an interview.
