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Milton Doyle and Kelan Martin join Illawarra Hawks

Overview

The Illawarra Hawks have secured Milton Doyle for the 2026-27 NBL season. Doyle, a former NBA player and NBL champion, signed a one-year deal to serve as the team’s second import alongside guard Tyler Harvey.

Coach Justin Tatum described the signing as ‘a steal’, noting Doyle’s scoring ability. Doyle, 32, expressed motivation to play in the Hawks’ fast-paced offensive system and stated that his skill set as a large guard will complement Harvey. Doyle also noted his desire to prove critics wrong regarding his recent performance, highlighting that he led his previous team, Melbourne United, in scoring despite media narratives suggesting a decline.

Following Doyle’s arrival, the Hawks have also signed American forward Kelan Martin for the NBL27 season. Martin, 31, joins the club after playing for teams including the Minnesota Timberwolves and Boston Celtics. His signing was facilitated by Tyler Harvey obtaining Australian citizenship, which freed up an import spot and allowed Harvey’s contract to be classified as marqueeable under league rules. Martin is expected to fill the starting power forward position under coach Tatum. The team is scheduled to begin their season against the New Zealand Breakers on September 19 at Spark Arena.

Entities

Tyler Harvey · Illawarra Hawks · Milton Doyle · Justin Tatum · Darius Days

Timeline

  1. 27 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Illawarra Hawks sign Kelan Martin for NBL27 season

    The Illawarra Hawks have signed American forward Kelan Martin for the NBL27 season following Tyler Harvey's acquisition of Australian citizenship, which freed up an import roster spot.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Milton Doyle joins Illawarra Hawks for NBL27 season

    Milton Doyle has joined the Illawarra Hawks for the NBL27 season, citing teammate Tyler Harvey as a key factor in his decision to move to Wollongong.

  3. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Illawarra Hawks sign NBL champion Milton Doyle for 2026-27 season

    Illawarra Hawks sign NBL champion Milton Doyle on a one‑year deal and return Darius Days, with coach Justin Tatum saying the team is “hungry” to chase another title in the 2026‑27 season.

Sources

fotoreporter.com · korall.no · ncpnews.com · winterxgames.com

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