Port Adelaide forward Willie Rioli is on leave from the club today in the wake of his now deleted social media post. Club expected to address the situation later today. 9News Adelaide Footy on Nine

For context: Rioli’s leave is in relation to the racial abuse he received on his deleted Instagram post. He is expected to return to the club in the coming days. Footy on Nine

EXCLUSIVE: The Adelaide Lightning is on the brink of collapse. Tonight on NINE, the team owner reveals their bleak future, the WNBL weighs in, and club legend Rachael Sporn’s take. Coming up at 6pm.

One of the state’s most successful sporting teams, Adelaide Lightning, is on the brink of being booted from the WNBL, despite five national titles. #9News

Tonight: More exclusive details on the Adelaide Lightning's future, with current players left in limbo, and legendary coach Jan Stirling offering a scathing assessment of the situation 9News Adelaide

Breaking: I can reveal all Adelaide Lightning players have just been released from their contracts. Exclusive details tonight 9News Adelaide

BREAKING: I can reveal there will be major announcement on the future of the Adelaide Lightning this morning. Understand it’s a positive development in the club’s survival in the WNBL. Full details 9News Adelaide

BREAKING: I can confirm the Adelaide Lightning has been saved. State Government has stepped in to keep the team alive thanks to an agreement with the WNBL, and will contribute approx. $1.5m to the team + grassroots basketball in SA over next three years. Full details 9News Adelaide

It’s my understanding the Adelaide 36ers have secured arguably the biggest signature in the club’s history, reaching an agreement with 5-time MVP Bryce Cotton. Details tonight 9News Adelaide Wide World of Sports

I can confirm Kerryn Mitchell has been appointed the new head coach of the Adelaide Lightning. Current NZ assistant won over a panel featuring Lauren Jackson and former Opals captain Tess Madgen. 9News Adelaide

Breaking: I can confirm the Adelaide 36ers are re-signing superstar big Montrez Harrell on a one year deal, just days after securing 5-time MVP Bryce Cotton. Arguably the two biggest names in the NBL, and a clear championship intent in Adelaide. 9News Adelaide Wide World of Sports NBL

Just in: Crows defender Wayne Milera has apologised to the Swans for his "rabble" comment, following the club's 90-point win. Meant no offense, and Sydney has accepted the apology. 9News Adelaide Footy on Nine

WNBL free agency opens today, and you can expect a VERY new look Adelaide Lightning. Hearing Opals guard Izzy Borlase is headed to Bendigo, and rising star Issie Bourne is off to Southside. Tayla Brazel with a big decision to make as she returns from a second ACL. The Pick and Roll 🇦🇺🏀

Port Adelaide clearly ramping up its pitch to lure St Kilda star Nasiah Wanganeen Milera. Jason Horne-Francis hosted him at home for dinner last night with close mate Jase Burgoyne. NWM back in Adelaide during Saints’ bye round. 9News Adelaide Footy on Nine

“Reports made in the media suggesting that Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera has ruled out joining the Adelaide Crows due to comments made by Taylor Walker in 2021 are false…

Looking increasingly unlikely Port Adelaide will have Aliir Aliir against Sydney this weekend - Power defender training indoors this morning as he deals with a knee issue. Club has declared Jason Horne-Francis fit, but is training still away from main group. Footy on Nine

Some big news out of Carlton ahead of tomorrow night’s clash with Port Adelaide: Patrick Cripps has been quarantined from main playing group due to illness. Blues still hopeful he’ll play. Footy on Nine

Just in: Crows young gun Dan Curtin has signed a three year extension. Now locked in until the end of 2029. Footy on Nine

Nothing official from the Power yet, but speaking on radio Jason Horne-Francis has effectively confirmed Miles Bergman has re-signed: “It’s good to lock Miles in” … “It’s good to get such a talent like him to stay at the club.” Footy on Nine

An unexpected start to Brandon Zerk-Thatcher’s day off this morning: Power defender forced to evacuate his home at 2am due to a fire. Suspected car arson in a neighbouring property threatened his home, but no major damage. He, his partner, and cats are all safe. Footy on Nine