Bullets sign young college star Josh Bannan

The Brisbane Bullets are pleased to announce the signing of Josh Bannan on a three year deal.

The 6’10 forward is a talented, young Australian product. As a junior, Josh represented Australia on the international stage on multiple occasions and spent time at both the Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence and the NBA Global Academy, prior to attending the University of Montana.

In his past three years with Montana, Josh excelled on and off the court, earning several academic and all-conference honours. Bannan was a first-team All-Big Sky Conference selection this past season, averaging 15.0 points and 8.5 rebounds per game to go along with a team-high 112 assists. He also shot an efficient 50% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc.

Hostplus Head Coach Justin Schueller is excited to reunite with Bannan, who he coached in the Australian Under 17’s team in their FIBA World Cup campaign.

“Josh is the standout college recruit this year and I couldn’t be happier that he will be joining us,” Schueller said.

“He is a highly skilled player, with great versatility and a high-level competitor.

“I have known Josh a long time, he has always been of high character and will be a fan favourite and key piece of this Club for years to come.”

Bannan is looking forward to joining the Bullets and getting to work.

“I feel like Brisbane provides an exciting opportunity to begin my professional career. With the new coaching staff, I believe it will give me the chance to develop and contribute to winning straight away,” Bannan said.

“I’m going to bring versatility, rebounding and toughness. I also pride myself in my work ethic and competitiveness.

“I can’t wait to play at Nissan Arena and represent the city of Brisbane!”

Josh Bannan joins Aron Baynes, Nathan Sobey, Tyrell Harrison, DJ Mitchell, Isaac White and Sam McDaniel on the Bullets NBL24 roster.

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