Unwrapped: The Pick and Roll Podcast

Adam and Tom are joined by Melbourne and Boomers coach Dean Vickerman to discuss Summer League, Dean’s Boomers series in Japan, NBL25 and the Paris Olympics. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the official apparel sponsor of the podcast. Be bold with gold - head to  fblsport.com  to check out the whole collection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

Adam is first joined by Matt Hickey to run through each of the NBL1 conferences as we approach the Finals series. Then, Jacob Doole stops by the show to cover his latest piece on Matisse Thybulle being omitted from the Boomers squad heading to the Paris Olympics. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the official apparel sponsor of the podcast. Be bold with gold - head to  f...

Long time Aussie basketball podcaster and international man of mystery Leigh Ellis (The Starters, No Dunks) joins the show to talk to Adam and Warren about his recent trips around the world to play basketball with locals, his journey in sports media, and his love of bananas. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the official apparel sponsor of the podcast. Be bold with gold - hea...

Adam is joined by Christy Collier-Hill to talk about the WNBL’s recent announcement of capital investment, the opportunities this opens for the competition, possible expansion to New Zealand, Tasmania, Brisbane and more. Then, Hayley Wildes joins the show to run through stand outs from the first half of the WNBA season. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the official apparel s...

On this episode Adam and Tom Hersz sit down with 20-year vet Brad Newley to discuss his incredible career across Australia and Europe, his new role at Melbourne United, and get his thoughts on the upcoming Boomers campaign in Paris. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the official apparel sponsor of the podcast. Be bold with gold - head to  fblsport.com  to check out...

Adam is joined by Jacob Doole to discuss his latest work on pickandroll.com.au - a piece covering the last 25 years of Boomer and Opal jerseys, and one on recent NBL roster moves, namely that of Xavier Cooks heading back to the Sydney Kings. Then Ayush Gautam joins the program to preview the players with Australian connections looking to hear their names called in next weeks' NBA Draft. Unwrapped...

Adam catches up with Will Crouch to talk about his story on Tess Madgen’s leadership, and her part in the Opals rebuilding following the Tokyo Olympics, and chat about Will’s story about rising star Saffron Shiels. Then, Matt Hickey joins the show to run through very NBL1 competition, covering stand out teams and players as the season reaches its halfway point. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fant...

On this week's show, Unwrapped and Throwback Hoops join forces to talk obscure jerseys, the NBA Finals, NBL Hoopsfest and finish the episode with a classic pack, featuring Throwback Hoops cohosts Robbie Clayton and Woody Venkat, and Unwrapped host Adam Webster. You can find Throwback Hoops wherever you get your podcasts, or via their YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/@throwbackshoops?si=gc...

Adam begins the show with an exciting announcement. Then, Adam and Michael Houben are joined by Marty Clarke to go in depth on his last 20+ years with the NBA Global Academy and AIS Centre of Excellence in Canberra, discussing the rise of Australian basketball at the highest levels of competition, the brand of basketball the country is known for and the future. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fant...

Adam and Jacob Doole sit down with one of the newest Sydney Kings, and a man just named to the Boomers Select team for the Nissay Cup, Tyler Robertson. Tyler talks about his time with Portland, signing with Sydney, and what he's looking forward to about being a pro in the NBL. Adam and Jacob then cover the rest of the Boomers Select squad, discussing which players will look to break out during FIB...

This week Adam and Hayley are joined by former Melbourne Boomers GM and current head of Commercial for Sky Sports New Zealand Justin Nelson for an engaging discussion on the WNBL’s future, the demise of the Boomers and the commercialisation and success of the Tauihi competition. Also, Ben Mallis joins the show for the first time to cover his recent article on the business of the WNBL and how it ca...

Adam and Matt talk to Head of Global Basketball Ben Turner and Dandenong Rangers Mens NBL1 Coach and Senior Rights and Partnership Manager Sam Woosnam about the use of Synergy Sports across the basketball world - from the NBA to the NBL1 competitions. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the official apparel sponsor of the podcast. Be bold with gold - head to  fblsport.com...

Adam is joined by Matt Hickey to run through the best teams and individual performances early on in the NBL1, running through each conference and discussing the fast starts of teams like Albury-Wodonga, Keilor and Joondalup, as well as performances from Lauren Jackson and Kuot Noi. Then, Daniel Herborn stops by to chat about his latest stories on Chloe Bibby and Tom Wilson. Unwrapped is presented...

Adam is joined by Will Crouch to discuss his story on Nicole Seekamp's decision to retire from basketball in the prime of her career to fulfil other dreams in her life. Ayush Gautam also joins the show to talk through his piece on teenage sensation Rocco Zikarsky, covering his upcoming FIBA season, the second year of his contract with the Brisbane Bullets, and what he will focus on as he looks tow...

Adam welcomes Tom Hersz to go into depth on every NBL team’s rotation following the contract option period and opening few days of free agency. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the official apparel sponsor of the podcast. Be bold with gold - head to  fblsport.com  to check out the whole collection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam is joined by Hayley Wildes to go over the three Aussies tipped to be drafted to the WNBA, the rise of Caitlin Clark and the criticisms coming from more experienced players like Diana Taurasi. Adam then runs through Aussies performing well in Europe, in the NCAA and the recent Albert Schweitzer Tournament. mVP9jMQPQYRIttP8GytW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Webster is joined by Jacob Doole as they discuss the 2024 NBL Finals Series, including the five game championship series won by Tasmania, what's next for Melbourne United, the Perth Wildcats, and Illawarra Hawks. Plus, the reported move by Nathan Sobey from Brisbane to South East Melbourne. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the official apparel sponsor of the podcast. Be...

Adam is joined by some of the fantastic team at The Pick and Roll to discuss the Australian basketball world this week: Hayley Wildes and Will Crouch stop by to discuss the Opals’ Olympic group; Matt Hickey gives his NBL1 predictions for around the nation; and Ayush Gautam talks Josh Green and his place on the Boomers roster. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the official app...

Adam and Tom Hersz welcome Boomer and international veteran Brock Motum to discuss his current stint in Japan and his storied European career. Plus, Daniel Herborn stops by to dissect the WNBL Finals. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the official apparel sponsor of the podcast. Be bold with gold - head to fblsport.com to check out the whole collection. Hosted on Acast. See a...

Adam and Tristan Prentice welcome All-WNBL player and Opal Izzy Borlase to the show to chat about her season with the Lightning, her time representing Australia, and the upcoming offseason. Plus, Jacob Doole stops by to chat about his latest piece on Jaylin Galloway, and run through Aussies to watch during the last month of the NBA season. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; th...

Adam and Hayley Wildes are joined by rising star of Australian basketball Jade Melbourne to chat about her season with the Canberra Capitals, her upcoming season with the Seattle Storm, and her time in Brazil with the Opals. Plus, Tristan Prentice joins the show to discuss the exit of the Kings and Breakers from the NBL24 Play In. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the officia...

Adam and Hayley Wildes are joined by former Opals coach Brendan Joyce for a wide ranging conversation about his current role in Taiwan, his time with the Illawarra Hawks, and his time coaching the national women's team. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the official apparel sponsor of the podcast. Be bold with gold - head to fblsport.com to check out the whole collection. Hos...

Adam and Tom Hersz are joined by NBA and NBL Champion and Boomer Jack White to discuss Jack's number one selection at the G League Draft, his championship with the Nuggets, and what the rest of the professional season has in store. Plus, Tristan Prentice stops by to discuss the four teams that missed out on NBL Play In spots. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers League; the official app...

Adam and Hayley Wildes discuss the Opals’ triumph in Brazil that earned them a spot at the Paris Olympics later this year, with strong performances from both established and emerging talent, as well as the unexpected retirement of Lauren Jackson. Plus, Michael Houben joins the show to discuss stand out performers from the U20 National Championships. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantasy Ballers...

Adam and Jacob Doole sit down with one of the greatest players Australia has ever produced, Luc Longley. Luc chats about his contemporaries in the NBA such as Hakeem Olajuwon, Patrick Ewing and Rik Smits, discusses the transition period the Boomers roster is experiencing heading into Paris, and tells fans what they can expect during the upcoming No Bull Tour. Unwrapped is presented by FBL - Fantas...