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proud

Years ago

3 Import Rule- For or Against?

I'm tremendously proud of the Perth Wildcats and how they had Grace, Crawford and Fisher as naturalized Australians and believe the incentive has to be there that if you look after your imports and they look after you by sticking around and become an Australian/NZ citizen then you should be able to go out looking for an import to plug another hole you may have.

2 is fine by me and please don't make it harder on teams that have naturalized Australians ala Redhage, Gruber etc. that have given great service to the league and its fans over many years as we the fans should be wanting our imports to wanna stay around, become citizens and get their jersey retired... I'm not sure how going 3 imports per team is going to improve that.

Fun to think about though

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Anonymous

Years ago

I think the NBL is missing a great opportunity here to expand the league. The quality of the imports are improving due to the economic situation is europe.

Allowing 3 imports coupled together with 2 good Aussies and some young Aussie role players could allow new teams to put a viable product on the floor, whlist saving money on their rosters. Look what the gong do on a budget, you don't need to spend alot of money to compete in this league.

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skull

Years ago

one import and one bring an aussie home (BAAH) option that has both player point and salary cap incentives.

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Bear

Years ago

NBL Premier League - Seniors
NBL Youth 'D' League - Development

Two games on the one night or day (schedule), more entertainment and a focus on local product, maybe more of a connection with the local Associations and the kids...?

Like I said, just an idea...

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Bear

Years ago

How about this idea...?

A 16-18 player roster with a focus on two teams per club, one which is a development team and will play in an under 23 youth league style of competition as a curtain raiser to the actual first NBL team games.

That way you can promote those development players up if you wish and keep your three imports in the top team also.

I know it will cost more, but it will create a pathway and introduce younger players into the NBL!

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