NBALive: Ben vs LeBron Part II going down to the wireBEN Simmons and LeBron James are going head to head again, and the Australian point guard and greatest player on the planet leading their respective teams in a thriller. FOLLOW LIVE!
Video: Emotional Gaze breaks down in presserSYDNEY Kings head coach, Andrew Gaze, broke down after his team’s loss on Saturday evening, when asked about the death of a former teammate.
Bullets shoot down struggling KingsBRISBANE snapped a 373-day drought between NBL road wins with a Travis Trice-inspired 85-77 victory over Sydney at Homebush on Saturday.
NBACavs’ streak shut down, GSW makes historyCLEVELAND’s incredible winning streak is over. Plus Golden State’s historic road trip and Manu Ginobili winds back the clock. It’s all in the NBA Wrap!
Gaze plays matchmaker for Kings, FlamesBASKETBALL raised the bar for women’s sport in Australia and Andrew Gaze wants the NBL to renew its link with the WNBL by scheduling more double-headers.
NBAThe crazy moment Boogie tried to bash DurantNOTORIOUS NBA hothead DeMarcus Cousins has been busted on camera trying to get at superstar Kevin Durant in an ugly tunnel altercation that followed their ejection.
NBANBA Rundown: Simmons no sure thing, Lonzo Lakers hoaxBEN Simmons suddenly has a rookie rival breathing down his neck, a Lakers teammate’s dagger bursts Lonzo Ball’s bubble, the Warriors slump as a quiet force in the East rise, while Boogie balls out for a ridiculous stat line.
NBAIngram’s game winner, Nets stun ThunderBRANDON Ingram played hero in the Lakers’ win over the 76ers, while the Brooklyn Nets surprised with a win over the Thunder. It’s all in the NBA Wrap!
NBABen matches NBA legends, clutch Lakers prevailBEN Simmons joined an incredible group of Hall of Famers after his latest feat, but the Aussie’s performance wasn’t enough as his NBA Draft rival hit a clutch shot to lift the Lakers over the 76ers.
NBAOkafor gone: Failed pick traded by 76ersTHE Philadelphia 76ers have traded a former No.3 NBA draft pick who simply didn’t work out, sending him to the Brooklyn Nets in a package for a veteran big man.
NBA‘Stay in yo lane’: LaVar dunks on TrumpTHE feud that defines this bizarre year has continued, with NBA dad LaVar Ball reigniting his battle with the US president via a hilarious animated gif.
The man behind Jeremy Tyler’s revivalPHIL Handy has helped mentor LeBron James, Kobe Bryant and Kyrie Irving and he is also the man responsible for reviving the career of enigmatic Sydney Kings import centre Jeremy Tyler.
Bullets suffer 12th straight away lossBRISBANE continued to be NBL roadkill after suffering a 96-89 loss to the league-leading New Zealand in Auckland on Thursday night.
NBA‘Cold-blooded’: LeBron does it againNBA WRAP: At 32, LeBron James is still leaving teammates in awe with his clutch powers and relentless will to win.
NBAUS View: Simmons’ incredible NBA MVP nodBEN Simmons has been given extraordinary recognition in an MVP poll during his rookie season but also an ‘overrated’ verdict, while Thon Maker and Matthew Dellavedova are making unwanted news at the Milwaukee Bucks.
NBAMajor step taken towards huge NBA debutIT could be the sort of move that shapes an entire conference. Finally, a huge NBA debut is on the cards as a long injury lay-off comes closer to ending.
Aussie college star’s triple-double, freshman’s hot weekXAVIER Cooks is one of the best Australians in college basketball, and he proved it with one of the performances of the season. That, the stunning week of a freshman from Perth, and more, is in our NCAA Notes.
Lisch’s return offers Kings glimmer of hopeREJOICE Sydney Kings fans — skipper Kevin Lisch could return from his torn calf against Cairns at Qudos Bank Arena next Sunday.
NBANBA Wrap: Wizards star explodes for 51 pointsBRADLEY Beal exploded for a career-high 51 points in a much-needed Wizards win, while Joe Ingles put on an impressive performance in a Jazz loss to the Thunder. It’s all in the NBA Wrap!
NBLTennis, basketball to go back-to-back at Aus OpenTENNIS Australia and the NBL are teaming up. During the 2018 Australian Open, Melbourne United will face the Cairns Taipans at Hisense Arena.
NBL36ers cop Doyle injury blowADELAIDE has copped another season-ending injury with guard Adam Doyle going down to a broken foot.
NBAArrest made in NBA murder mysteryA MAN in Tennessee has been charged with first-degree murder in the 2010 slaying of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright.
NBA‘NBA-best’ Aussie enforcer’s stunning riseWHEN Aron Baynes joined the Boston Celtics, it was a signing that made a lot of sense for both sides. There was no telling that the partnership would work this well, and this stat proves it.
NBA$600m Sonics NBA comeback boost, the LaVar RuleNBA CONFIDENTIAL: Seattle just took a major step towards getting the SuperSonics back, the Lakers enforce a rule to shut up LaVar Ball, the BasedGod’s hand in the soaring Celtics and headbutt bans handed out.
NBAYoung star shines, ruins Simmons’ big nightBEN Simmons put up a huge effort despite suffering from the flu, but it was another young superstar-in-the-making who had a monster effort to lead his team to a win over the Aussie rookie.
NBANBA world mocks LaVar, son over latest stuntLAVAR Ball’s latest stunt might be the most confusing and potential harmful of all, with experts claiming his son ‘will struggle to find a serious job’ after the brash dad’s controversial decision.
NBANot done yet: Rose rejoins CavsFORMER NBA MVP Derrick Rose has returned to rehab with the Cleveland Cavaliers, ending speculation he could retire aged just 29.
NBLConcussed Kings’ marksman won’t risk healthSYDNEY forward Todd Blanchfield desperately wants to play against Brisbane on Saturday to help save the Kings’ season, but will put his health first and sit out if he doesn’t recover from concussion.
NBACurry’s monster game, Westbrook drops triple-doubleSTEPHEN Curry lit up the Heat in another incredible outing, while Russell Westbrook continued his triple-double antics. That, and more, is in the NBA Wrap!
NBARose makes call on Cavs futureCLEVELAND Cavaliers guard Derrick Rose has been absent from team duties due to personal issues, and the former MVP appears to have made a decision on his return.
Bullets reload to break NBL leadersTHE Brisbane Bullets have snapped a three-game-losing streak with an impressive 81-76 home win over NBL leaders the New Zealand Breakers.
NBASimmons throws elbow as 76ers win NBA thrillerVIDEO: Ben Simmons was called for a flagrant foul after throwing a careless elbow, with his 76ers picking up an impressive win. Over in Cleveland, LeBron James came up in the clutch in a thrilling win.
NBA‘What didn’t he do?’: Rookie stuns NBAROOKIE Donovan Mitchell couldn’t hold back a wide, toothy smile as Utah Jazz fans chanted his name and gave an ovation that lasted for minutes after a win over the New Orleans Pelicans.
NBA‘F*** you!’: KD tossed, rookie explodes for 40NBA WRAP: Kevin Durant became the latest superstar to fall foul of officials while New Zealander Steven Adams had a career night and a Jazz rookie stunned the league with a monster performance.
NBASimmons picks up first NBA gongIN one of the easiest decisions the NBA should ever have to make, Ben Simmons has collected his first official award — breaking a decade-long Australian drought in the process.
NBAThe clear NBA MVP, damning sign for failed superteamNBA RUNDOWN: Say hello to our pick for MVP so far, plus the superstar we can’t wait to see back on the court. But you can likely say goodbye to one of the league's new superteams, who have been (so far) trash.
Why Tiger fell out with Jordan, BarkleyTIGER Woods decided to put his famous friends on the backburner following his notorious solo car crash, after which the fallout included dealing with his divorce and sex addiction.
How fate delivered Simmons to PhillyIN a city starved of sporting success, Ben Simmons has given Philadelphia a reason to believe but 76ers coach Brett Brown believes the Aussie young gun’s arrival was meant to be.
Emerging 18yo star bolts into Opals’ CG squadONE of Australian basketball’s most promising young talents has been named in the initial Commonwealth Games squad. Plenty of familiar names were picked, but there was one big omission.
NBAKyrie stars as Celtics down Simmons’ 76ersBEN Simmons did a bit of everything but it wasn’t enough as Kyrie Irving’s monster effort led the Celtics to a big win over the 76ers. That, and more, is in the NBA Wrap!
NBA2500/1: Freak Steph, KD, Lonzo pick pays offA SMALL-TIME punter has turned pocket change into thousands by predicting some of the NBA’s biggest names’ stat lines in stunning detail.
NBA‘Damning effect’ on Simmons, US giant’s crazy callUS VIEW: Ben Simmons just copped an unprecedented attack for a rookie, with an NBA champion voicing fears over what it means for his future. But meanwhile, an American media giant has given the Aussie a massive nod.
Bullets ready to surgeBOOMERS and Bullets forward Daniel Kickert says a healthier Brisbane are poised to make their presence felt in the NBL, starting with Friday’s clash with Adelaide.
NBA‘Hard to accept’: Cruel decline of a superstarIT’S hard to let go. But now it’s finally time to recognise one of the greatest sporting talents of our generation is gone, as we knew him.
Kings live! Cadee goes boom to fire SydneyON the back of a successful week in Boomers camp, sharpshooter Jason Cadee fired Sydney to a crucial win over Cairns to keep their slim NBL hopes alive.
NBALeBron’s incredible message to SimmonsBEN Simmons has revealed the motivation he received from LeBron James that set him on a path to NBA stardom.
NBAStar blows up, Kristaps’ scary injuryAN NBA star was tossed after an aggressive outburst at the officials, while Kristaps Porzingis is relieved after suffering a scary looking injury. It’s all in the NBA Wrap!
NBABen Simmons’ career best, target of cynical ployBEN Simmons opened with a bang, en route to one of the best games of his career. The opposing team then resorted to a sneaky tactic to stop the Aussie, nearly stealing the win.
NBA‘Never seen anything like this’: Simmons hack sends NBA nutsBEN Simmons just posted an incredible game as the 76ers beat the Wizards but Twitter went into meltdown as Washington laid a brutal, record-setting assault on the Aussie in the final quarter. Simmons and his coach just spoke out.
NBALeBron feud fires up, Kristaps for mayorTHE feud between LeBron James and Enes Kanter has fired up once again. Plus Kristaps Porzingis’ campaign for New York mayor and more in NBA Confidential!