NBL names Select team to take on top Japanese talent

Some of the NBL's top talent are headed to Japan, as part of a select team named to take on B.LEAGUE UNITED. 

The Australian contingent will go up against the best players from Japan's B.League, as part of the first-ever B.LEAGUE GLOBAL INVITATIONAL.

NBL Select is a dynamic mix of veteran experience, current star power and promising young names, led by a former NBL head coach and current General Manager. 

NBL names Select team to take on top Japanese talent 

The NBL will be well represented at the maiden B.LEAGUE GLOBAL INVITATIONAL, with NBL Select featuring plenty of current and future NBL stars. 

The team will be coached by Simon Mitchell, the current South East Melbourne Phoenix General Manager and former head coach taking charge during the two-game stand in Gunma, Japan. 

"This is a great opportunity to partner with the B.LEAGUE and continue to play a role in the development of the sport in our region, it’s also a great test for our athletes against a strong B.LEAGUE squad," NBL CEO and Head of Basketball Operations Vince Crivelli said.

"We’re thankful to the B.LEAGUE for partnering with us on this tour.
 
"The team we’ve assembled has a great mix of championship pedigree, experience, and exciting talent – ably led by Simon who is a fantastic coach and mentor. We’re ready to represent the NBL with pride.

"We anticipate the games will draw large crowds and further strengthen the ties between the leagues.

"It will be a great trip for everyone involved and we hope to do the NBL proud."

The team will play back-to-back games against B.LEAGUE UNITED on June 28 and 29. 

NBL Select roster