Time Out - No Flop Zone
The ultimate destination for all things NBL and basketball! Join hosts Joey Wright and Boti Nagy as they break down the upcoming NBL rounds, dive into the latest news, and share their insights on the world of basketball. Meet the Hosts: Joey Wright– A legend on the court, Joey is a 3x NBL Coach of the Year and an NBL Championship-winning coach. With decades of experience, he brings a coach's perspective on the game, covering strategies, player performance, and what it takes to win in the NBL. Boti Nagy – The voice of basketball in Australia, Boti has been named Basketball Writer of the Year 12 times and is the author behind the popular site. With years of covering the NBL, Boti offers a journalist’s eye on the stories behind the headlines, sharing insights, history, and in-depth analysis of the league and its players.
Every week, Joey and Boti bring their combined expertise and passion for the sport to discuss matchups, analyse player moves, and tackle hot topics in basketball.
Time Out - No Flop Zone
Illawarra Crowned 2025 Champions! Behind the Scenes of Game 5 | Season Wrap & Viewer Q&A
We have a champion! 🏆 In this special episode of Time Out - No Flop Zone, Joey Wright and Boti Nagy celebrate Illawarra’s epic Game 5 victory at home, crowning them 2025 NBL Champions!
Joey shares his firsthand perspective from behind the Illawarra bench, offering insights into the energy, strategy, and mindset that led to the win. They dive into Justin Tatum’s incredible transformation of the team, standout performances from Trey Kell and Lachlan Olbrich, and what went wrong for Melbourne’s aging roster.
Plus, is Matthew Dellavedova heading to Sydney next season? 👀
Viewer Questions & Hot Topics:
🔥 How are new players recruited in the off-season, and who really makes the call?
🔥 Do NBL coaches have a say in roster construction?
🔥 One viewer challenges Joey’s recent praise of commentators!
🔥 Harry Froling’s powerful return to the game after a brutal assault
🔥 What were Joey’s best-ever basketball shoes?
🔥 Could team owners buy out the NBL league?
🔥 Would Joey coach the Geelong Supercats?
🔥 Is Sam Froling’s free agent stock slipping due to injury?
🔥 Was Andrew Gaze really the flopper Joey says he is?
🔥 Comparing the 2001 Woolongong title team with this year’s champions
The episode wraps up with praise for Josh Giddy’s consistent NBA performances for the Bulls and Joey & Boti’s personal highlights from the season.