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
Joey Opens Up: The Untold Toll of Coaching in Adelaide | Big Signings, NBL Politics & NBA Draft Buzz
This week on Time Out – No Flop Zone, the basketball talk goes deeper than ever. In a raw and powerful moment, Joey Wright opens up about the personal impact his coaching career had on his family, especially during his time in Adelaide. From fan treatment to public perception, this is a side of professional sports you rarely hear about—but need to.
The episode also covers another big week of NBL signings, international action, and league politics, including:
🏀 Mitch McCarron retires
🏀 Gorjok Gak returns to SEM
🏀 Matt Kenyon signs with the Adelaide 36ers
🏀 DJ Mitchell (son of Mike Mitchell) joins SEM Phoenix
🏀 Sydney Kings chase a 6'11" import
🏀 Finn Delany joins Melbourne United
🏀 Toohey, Olbrich & Henshall impress at the NBA Draft Combine
🏀 Huge September tourney: Partizan & Panathinaikos heading to Australia
Deep Dive Discussions & Viewer Questions:
🔥 The ongoing tension between NBL owners and Larry Kestelman, including a Supreme Court meeting on July 18
🔥 Misuse of big players in NBL rotations
🔥 How coaching affects family life—Joey gets real
🔥 What’s really going on with WNBL ownership structures
🔥 Lack of sportsmanship towards away teams
🔥 What’s with 9 or 10-player rotations per quarter?
🔥 Which Aussies are still active in the NBA postseason
🔥 Andrew Bogut’s induction into the FIBA Hall of Fame 🎖️
This episode is more than basketball—it’s about people, pressure, and passion. Don’t miss this honest, insightful, and important discussion.