Nino Johnson, the newest tower rising in downtown London’s skyline, is healthy, hungry, and ready for his first season with the London Lightning.

Around the Perimeter: London Lightning ready for training camp — and BSL title defense; What’s the roster makeup?; Montreal out, Glass City in; New Flash in town; Columnist Jason Winders has the latest …

The defending champion London Lightning begin their title defense Nov. 23 on the road vs. Sudbury, the first of a 34-game schedule that runs thru March. Home opener happens Nov. 28 vs. Newfoundland.

There are no guarantee for BSL draft picks. The hope is that hard work and talent will win a roster spot. That’s the case for Kingslee D’Silva and Alontay Gould, who are hoping to stick with the London Lightning.

Around the Perimeter: Lightning loading up on vets in signings so far; New merch on the way for fans; Get an inside peek at coach Jerry Williams in action. Columnist Jason Winders has the latest …

The London Lightning drafted a pair of players with potential at the annual BSL Draft Combine, selecting Canadian Kingslee D’Silva with the 6th pick, and Alontay Gould with pick 13. Learn more …

Around the Perimeter: Lightning re-sign Chris Jones, add guard Omega Harris, formerly of the Newfoundland Rogues; What’s in store for Year 2 of BSL?; Three-ish new teams, more games. Columnist Jason Winders has the latest …

Jerry Williams, the new head coach of the London Lightning, formerly led the Newfoundland Rogues for four seasons, including leading the team to the BSL postseason last year.

Starting from naming a new head coach, to filling out a roster, figuring out how to increase attendance, and on and on, London Lightning GM Mark Frijia will be plenty busy ahead of the 2024-25 BSL season, which tips off Nov. 15

The Doug Plumb era has ended. Head coach of the London Lightning since before the COVID-19 pandemic, Plumb, a Vancouver, BC native, will not return for the 2024-25 campaign. A new coach will be announced soon.

The Pontiac Pharaohs & Glass City Wranglers have joined the Basketball Super League to make it an 8-team circuit for the 2024-25 season. The London Lightning — and all their foes — will tip things off in November.

More teams, more games, more transparency. The Basketball Super League (BSL) is excited about its second season, which will start earlier and feature more games than the first.

At the helm of the London Lightning, he won a third straight league championship. But this one wasn’t pretty. It was a difficult year for coach Doug Plumb — on the court and in the locker room. He details the tumult …

With a 117-112 win over the KW Titans Saturday night, the London Lightning captured the first BSL title. It marks a third straight year they’ve won a league championship.

Around the Perimeter: London and KW are the final two teams standing. It’s experience vs. youth; Will Lightning match the Titans’ energy?; Will defense decide this matchup? Read our series preview …

Around the Perimeter: London and Sudbury square off in first-round BSL playoff matchup; Can Lightning contain Five’s high-octane offense?; Antoine Mason, Paul Harrison potential ‘x factors’? …

The London Lightning (2) will open their first-round playoff matchup Saturday vs. Sudbury (3), while the KW Titans (1) and Newfoundland Rogues (4) will do battle in the other BSL semi-final.

He was chosen in the first BSL Draft, and he’s still standing. Rashad Smith is a dangerous three-point threat for the London Lightning — and he’s growing other parts of his game in his rookie season.

Around the Perimeter: London opens March tied for second in BSL standings; Defense looking better in last two games; First look at Newfoundland Rogues; Promising debut for Tisdale; Six straight at Bud Gardens …

Around the Perimeter: With Newfoundland trip canceled due to snowstorm, Lightning get rare 11-day break; Roster changes aplenty — including major trade; Will energy level improve? London-born Howson finally honoured …

Embattled guard Chris Jones is heading back to London — and in exchange for Shadell Millinghaus, a player who’s quickly become a fan favourite in the Forest City.

Originally a football player, Lightning centre Andrew Gordon didn’t play hoops until his senior year of high school. His teammates love his football mentality — and his coach thinks there’s untapped potential in the big man.

Two straight losses, a week apart, have Lightning looking for answers; Millinghaus continues to score — off the bench; Free-throw shooting holding Lightning back; This week: TBL’s Pharaohs, then a showdown in Sudbury …

His on-court energy — and jubilance — is infectious. It’s real, but it’s only part of Shadell Millinghaus. He’s also a survivor, with mental scars from past trauma and depression. Faith, family and basketball have gotten him through.

Seven straight wins have London Lightning looking good; Team-wide double digit feat a franchise first; Recalculating Plumb’s win count; How do London’s stats stack up? It’s Tri-State & Montreal this weekend …

Billy White achieved pretty much every individual accomplishment in the NBLC. A surprise addition to the London Lightning this season, he’s got one thing in mind: winning a championship in Year 1 of the BSL.

Four straight wins cured what ailed Lightning in their first two outings; What’s with all the fouls?; Millinghaus makes an impression; How to use Jachai? It’s Rhode Island Friday & Sunday. Our latest news/notes …

Jeremiah Mordi plays with pride no matter the uniform he wears — including, of course, the black and gold of the London Lightning. But playing for his birth country holds special meaning for the veteran guard.

A 3-game week, with trips to Sudbury and Montreal, will allow the London Lightning to see where they stack up against top competition in the Basketball Super League. Will they sink or swim? Go Around the Perimeter …

The London Lightning managed to recruit three former foes for the 2023-24 season. And the trio of Billy White, Nick Garth and Jachai Taylor, Windsor Express players last year, are hoping the move makes them champions this spring.