As the closest competition ever in the NBL draws towards its thrilling climax, some big crowds have been flocking to games in recent weeks.

New Zealand Breakers' big man Rick Rickert appears to be on track to return to action this week.

New Zealand Breakers’ prolific shooting guard Kirk Penney has taken out his second NBL Player of the Week award in three weeks.

Melbourne Tigers players Chris Anstey and Sam Mackinnon have called an end to their outstanding careers, announcing that this season will be their last in the NBL - VIDEO.