Donny
Years ago
Can somebody tell me how big basketball is in Asia and how their teams compare to ours (NBL).
I read that the wildcats will be playing up to 4 games in Singapore for the 06/07 season.
Why wouldn't a group get together and start a franchise in Asia and play in the NBL, seems like the logical thing doesn't it?
thedoctor
Years ago
The NBL spreading into Asia is a natural progression. Huge population means huge dollars.
I think Rick Burton has hinted at more and more NBL games being played in Asia, and eventually a 'Champions League' style comp being set up. I like the idea
J
Years ago
Im currently in the Philippines. Basketball is HUGE over here. You think AFL is big in OZ, basketball over here is probably 10 times more popular than that. Having played ABL/SBL in SA when i was younger & In SBL in WA i think The PBA (pro) teams here could probably compare to the top ABA/SBL teams but not the NBL squads. NBL teams would kill em. The ABA should send a squad to play here in one of the invitational tournaments. It would be a great experience for any aussie baller. You cant fathom how big ball is here!!!
J
Years ago
The PBA is the premier league in asia. Check it out www.pba.com.ph
Mark Sanford of the Sydney Kings, Chris Burgess of Cairns are 2 of the imports currently playing
rebskii
Years ago
hey, what happened to the FIBA Asia Champions Cup? anyone with an update?
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