Result: Night ‘n Day Otago Nuggets (93) are defeated by Franklin Bulls (94) The Nuggets and Bulls would deliver one of the best finishes of the season in Dunedin, with the visiting side escaping by a single point after a wild final minute. Otago looked to be in control for large stretches, building a 52-47 halftime lead before pushing the margin to 11 midway through the fourth quarter. Craig Moller would be excellent across the night, impacting the game as a scorer, rebounder

A huge congrats to all of the Bulls players and Bulls academy players who competed at the U20 BBNZ Nationals over Kings birthday weekend. Squad Members: (In order from left to right) Zeek Otunuku, Tama Schaumkel, Harry Kelso, Hunter Te Ratana, Noah Williams and Jaxyn Bell Academy Members: (In order from left to right) Riley Fern, Kacius Tupaea, Hozay Tito-Haitana, Valentino Swainson, Isaiah Dunn and Cody Sheppard. The Franklin Basketball U20s made history finishing 4th in th

Result: Franklin Bulls (98) defeat Big Barrel Hawke's Bay Hawks (82) Franklin fans would be in for great game as the home side would look to bounce back against a resurging Hawks. The first quarter would belong to Carter Whitt as the floor general would opt to put the bucket in the hoop for 12 first quarter points. Despite the flash of scoring, the Hawks would make some good shots to stay within 3 as the first quarter would end. The Hawks would take the second quarter as some

Result: Franklin Bulls (103) are defeated by Property Brokers Manawatu Jets (112) The Property Brokers Manawatū Jets returned to the winner’s circle on Wednesday night with an impressive road victory over the Franklin Bulls in Pukekohe. New import Isiah Small opened the scoring in his debut before the Jets exploded with a 16-0 first quarter run, fuelled by perimeter shooting from Kaden Sand, Jamal Poplar Jr., Dontae Heather, and Kazlo Evans Jr. The early surge helped Manawatū

After two losses, the Bull have finished the latest stretch of 3 games 2-1 with the two wins kicking off with a win at home and away! Strong response highlights team growth The Bulls opened the stretch with a thrilling 103–99 win over the Canterbury Rams, showcasing their offensive depth and ability to execute under pressure in a high-scoring contest. Their only setback came in a narrow 91–90 loss to the Taranaki Airs, a game that went down to the wire and highlighted the fin

Bulls make three wins at home from three seasons vs the former champions. Stats and information - https://nznbl.basketball/game-recap-bulls-v-rams/

The Franklin Bulls are excited to announce the return of Dominique Kelman-Poto for the 2026 Sal’s National Basketball League season. Kelman-Poto, a proven presence in the league and a familiar face to Bulls fans, previously suited up for the club in 2020, 2023, and 2024. His return adds experience, toughness, and continuity to a squad looking to build momentum heading into a busy weekend vs the Rams and Airs. Known for his physicality, rebounding ability, and defensive mindse

The Franklin Bulls are proud to announce the signing of Waikato local Kael Robinson for the 2026 Sal’s National Basketball League (SalsNBL) season. Robinson returns to the Bulls after previously representing the club in 2022, bringing with him valuable experience gained through the United States college system. Following his time in New Zealand, Robinson continued his development in the U.S., competing most recently for Northern Kentucky University, where he established himse

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Despite the appearance of a blowout the Franklin Bulls battled the entire game in a back and forth battle finally unable to get the job done, with the team in foul trouble. Jace Carter lead all scorers with 35 points and 12 Rebounds before fouling out in the 4th quarter. Derrin Boyd added 22 points and Jaylen Gerrand with 12. For the league's game review - Click here

Jaylen Gerrand in shooting form for the Bulls vs the Auckland Huskies in 2021 at the Stockyard The Franklin Bulls are excited to announce the signing of Auckland guard Jaylen Gerrand for the 2026 Sal's NBL season. The guard brings scoring punch, floor spacing, and veteran experience to the Bulls' roster. Gerrand, entering his sixth NBL season, enjoyed a standout 2025 campaign. He delivered a strong showing with the Indian Panthers, averaging nearly 20 points per game in eight

The Franklin Bulls are thrilled to announce the re-signing of local guard/forward Brody Perry for the 2026 Sal's NBL season. The Pukekohe-born talent will suit up for his sixth season in the NBL, continuing his journey with the club he has called home since his high school days. Perry, a versatile wing known for his tenacious defense, athleticism, and fan-favorite mullet, has been a cornerstone of the Bulls' development pathway. A former Franklin Rep, New Zealand age group p

The Bulls are thrilled to announce the signing of Carter Whitt, point guard from Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. Whitt, brings professional experience from Germany’s ProA league, where he most recently suited up for Nuernberg Falcons BC. In the 2025-2026 season with the Falcons, he averaged 10.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game, showcasing his playmaking ability, court vision, and scoring versatility. A standout collegiate career preceded his move overseas. Whitt

The Franklin Bulls would like to announce the re-signing of local stalwart and guard Corey Perry for his 6th season with the club in the 2026 Sal’s NZNBL. A true franchise player and one of the original development squad members since the Bulls’ inception in 2020, Perry has been a constant presence through the team’s journey. The 23 year old first suited up as a development player in the inaugural 2020 SalsNBL Showdown and has remained a dedicated squad member. “Corey is one

The Franklin Bulls are pleased to announce the re-signing of talented young Waikato guard Hunter Savill for the 2026 Sal's NZNBL season. This marks Savill’s second year with the club after making his NZNBL debut in 2025. Savill stood out at the U18 Nationals in 2025, where he averaged 23.8 points per game (4th highest scorer in the tournament) while representing Waikato, including a standout 40-point performance. He has also been selected for Junior Tall Blacks team who will

The Franklin Bulls are excited to announce the signing of young guard Taiapua Pakaurangi from Rotorua as a new addition to the roster for the upcoming 2026 Sal’s National Basketball League (NBL) season. Pakaurangi, a dynamic and explosive guard, has quickly established himself as one of New Zealand’s top emerging talents. He recently dominated the Zone 2 Regionals, leading all scorers with an impressive 23.8 points per game while captaining Ruamata Basketball to qualificatio

The Franklin Bulls are thrilled to announce the re-signing of local standout Harry Kelso for the upcoming 2026 Sal's National Basketball League (NBL) season. The 6'5" guard, a product of the Franklin basketball community, returns to bolster the Bulls' roster as they prepare to charge into the new campaign. Kelso has been a key part of the Bulls' development pathway since making his SalsNBL debut last season at age 17. After impressing in his rookie appearances and continuing

The Franklin Bulls are pumped to announce the re-signing of Waiuku guard Payton Hughes for the 2026 Sal’s NBL season. A proud local product with deep roots in the Franklin basketball community, Hughes returns for a 5th consecutive campaign after starring in the last two Sal’s NBL seasons with the Bulls. The 5’11” sharp-shooter first burst onto the scene through the Waiuku Raptors club and the Franklin Basketball Academy in 2022, quickly establishing himself as one of the regi

The Franklin Bulls are thrilled to announce the signing of American guard-forward Jace Carter to the roster for the 2026 Sal's NBL season. This signing marks a special reunion: Carter previously played for Bulls head coach Dan Ryan at University of Illinois-Chicago, where Ryan served as Director of Player Personnel during Carter’s freshman and sophomore seasons (2021-23). The pair now reunite in New Zealand as Carter transitions to the SalsNBL. Carter later transferred to Tex

The Franklin Bulls are delighted to announce the re-signing of Zion Anderson for his second season with the club in the 2026 Sal's NZNBL campaign. The young wing returns after a solid debut year for the Bulls in 2025. A former New Zealand U18 trialist and product of Harbour Basketball, Anderson originally relocated from Tauranga (Whai) to Franklin ahead of the 2025 season to elevate his professional career. Now entering his second year with the Bulls, he has committed to th