Ball Don’t Lie Australia with Mal and special Guests

Shanique Lucas of the Rockhapton Cyclones joins Mal for a chat about her basketball journey, discuss the Cyclones season, share some insights on her teammates, play a round of 'Who's that teammate?', make some predictions for the upcoming round 13 and much more!

In Episode 17 Mal is joined by Hayden Richardson of the Fitzroy Towing Rockhampton Rockets. Hayden shares his thoughts on the season, his teammates, favourite memories from within Bravus arena, play a round of 'Who's that teamate?' and much more

On this weeks first podcast, Mal is joined once again by the Head Coach of Ipswich Force Dean Aspland. Dean breaksdown the Ipswich team, talks about some of the squad, shares his perspective on the First nations round and has a crack at 'Who's that teammate/member?'

Episode 15 sees the return of Colby Stefanovic Head Coach of the Ipswich Force to discuss the season so far, the end of last season, last three regular season games ahead, some of the stars off the bench, the starters, the new faces, make some men's rnd 12 predictions and of course to play a round of 'Who's that Teammate/member?'

NBL1 North 2026 Women's award prediction show with Jason Chaney re-joining. Mal and Jason give some short lists and predictions on the major awards for the upcoming NBL1 North season. They also share some tips and predictions for the round 12 women's games ahead.

On this week's episode, Mal is joined by NBL1 North star Erik Kafritsas of the Sunshine Coast Phoenix Men's Nbl1 team. Erik shares his early basketball memories, off season highlights with Panathinaaikos BC, BK Owls, sharing insight into the phoenix players and their 2026 season. Erik also jumps in for a couple of games, 'Who's that Teammate?', 'Who at the Phoenix' and...

One episode 2 of the week Mal is joined by Anthony Kopcikas to discuss the Brisbane Capitals, NBL1 North Ladder, some standout performances and make some predictions for round 10!

On Episode 1 of the week Mal is joined by the Reigning Defensive Player of the year and the peoples mid year MVP for the season. Is back to discuss her Sunshine Coast Phoenix, season, teammates and rest of the way. Erin also plays a game of 'Who's that teammate?'

This week's episode sees Northside Wizards Jed Richardson and Emerson Juhasz stop by the shed of basketball truth to discuss the Wizards, some standout teamates and play a round of 'Who's that teammate/member?'

On this week's show Mal is joined by Pat Williamson and Caddie O'Brien Head Coachs of the Brisbane Capital's Mens and Womens NBL1 North teams. To talk about their teams, some standout teams in both Women and Men, and of course they both play some 'Who's that team member?'

On this special edition show Mal is joined by Mackay MeteorsHC and Cairns Taipans assistant Angus Henskens to talk about all things Mackay Meteors, play some ‘who’s that teammate/member?’ and play a round of Local Card Shop of Woolloongabba NBL Crackem!

On this weeks first show we are joined by Brayden Heslehurst to breakdown the Seahawks season so far after a couple of wins and old team on the horizon this weekend with the Logan Thunder. Brayden also shares his views on some teams that he thinks will be in the mix come playoff time. Mal also puts him in the hot seat for some one word answers and of course a round of 'Who's that team/member?'

On this week's episode Mal is joined by one of the most successful coaches in NBL1 North history, Joel Khalu. Ahead of his new team the Cairns Marlin's weekend, were they are going into battle against his former team the Mackay Meteors. We also play a round of One word answers and 'Who's that teammate/member?'

On this episode Mal is joined by Emily Kiser one of this seasons new imports for the Rockhampton Cyclones and of course Head Coach Drew Fenton. For a talk about their team, the future of not just the NBL1 program but for Rockhampton basketball in general. Both of this weeks guests team up for a special round of 'Who's that teammate/member'

On this episode Mal is joined by Kai Woodfall of the Brisbane Capitals to talk about the off season moves, the players that joined him, the team they have built, the new coach that has taken over and of course to play 'Who's that Teammate'. Olly Reid from the Brisbane Bullets Academy to help breakdown round 3, look ahead into round 4 and beyond.

On this episode Mal is joined by Ipswich Stalwart Alec Godinet to discuss the upcoming pink round at Ipswich and his time in the Green and Yellow of the Ipswich Force! The two also discuss the upcoming Pink round event being held at Ipswich as they host Logan Thunder in round 4 of the NBL1 North

On this weeks show brought to you by Hoopers Heaven 37, Mal is joined by Anthony Kopcikas of the Brisbane Capitals to breakdown this weeks NBL1 Round 2 results, talk about the all new 2026 Brisbane Capitals, discuss which teams can keep the undefeated streak alive, play the first round of 'Who's That Teammate', answer the question of 'If not you then who', look at the round 3 m...

Mal is back for another NBL1 North episode where he is joined by Jason Chainey. Get ready for a behind-the-scenes look at the latest in Australian basketball with insights from one of the sport's most connected voices (Jason Chainey). Whether you're a hardcore fan or new to the game, this episode uncovers the stories, stats, and strategies shaping the season's trajectory.

Before the NBL1 North season begins we see the return of two great returning guests in Brayden Heslehurst and Erin Bollmann back to talk about the season ahead. With discussions about what's building out in Ipswich, the signings of the Townsville Flames and of course seasons ahead for both the North Gold Coast Seahawks and the Sunshine Coast Phoenix.

On this NBL Grand Final episode Anthony Kopcikas returns tothe podcast to help Mal breakdown the Kings vs 36ers series ahead. They also look at the recent changes to coaching personnel at the bullets and some coaching news from the WNBL. Mal and Ant have a knocked out of the running to win this season best 5 draft. Before Ant returns to the game that made him the Crackem King, Local Card Shop of W...

Mal, Jacinta and Eric reunite for a WNBL Grand final edition of the Triple Crossover. The three look at the series ahead from multiple angles, make a mixture of predictions, sprinkle a few locks in and play a game of Grand Final Trivia!

On this special edition podcast, Mal is joined by Atem Atem to discuss the Brisbane Panthers, his Basketball Journey and of course play a very special edition of 'Local Card Shop of Woolloongabba Crackem'

During part 2 of their post season chat Jacinta, Eric and Mal are back to continue their chat about the WNBL regular season that was with a warts and all look at 2025-6. Mal also puts Jacinta and Eric in the hot seat with a couple of games to test their WNBL and NBL1 knowledge.

Part 1 of this Triple Crossover WNBL finals prediction show sees Mal, Jacinta and Eric discuss various aspects of the WNBL, playoff predictions, awards discussions, and the importance of commentary and fan engagement. They also touch on emerging players, media recognition, and the need for improvements in the league to attract more fans and enhance the overall experience. Part 2 will drop within t...

On this weeks episode, Mal is joined by Matt 'Macca' McIntyre and Jarred Pickering for a look at Hoops Fest and a look at the imports coming to the league, their favourites and those not doing so well. Mal then puts the boys through the crucible that Local Card Shop of Woolloongabba NBL Crackem!!!