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Simmons triple-double not enough for 76ers

Simmons triple-double not enough for 76ers

Ben Simmons did it but Giannis Antetokounmpo did it that much better as Milwaukee Bucks cruised past the Philadelphia 76ers 123-108 in NBA action on Wednesday.

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Blake Griffin notches 50-point haul as Simmons sits out

Blake Griffin notches 50-point haul as Simmons sits out

Ben Simmons rested his troublesome back while Blake Griffin's career-high 50 points propelled the Pistons to a dramatic 133-132 overtime victory over the 76ers.

Lakers' Rondo denies spitting, criticizes Rockets' Paul

Lakers' Rondo denies spitting, criticizes Rockets' Paul

Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo remains steadfast that he did not intentionally spit at Houston Rockets guard Chris Paul on Saturday.

Ben Simmons 'doubtful' for Sixers' Detroit clash
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Ben Simmons 'doubtful' for Sixers' Detroit clash

Ben Simmons is in doubt for the Philadelphia 76ers' NBA game at the Detroit Pistons after missing training.

Nuggets score NBA win over Warriors

Nuggets score NBA win over Warriors

NBA champions the Golden State Warriors have suffered their first defeat of the season, a 100-98 loss at the unbeaten Denver Nuggets.

Baynes ruled out for Celtics with hamstring injury

Baynes ruled out for Celtics with hamstring injury

Boston Celtics centre Aron Baynes is set to miss at least one NBA game with a hamstring injury while fans await an update on fellow Australian star Ben Simmons.

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Bans, massive fines for star NBA trio over Lakers-Rockets fight
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Bans, massive fines for star NBA trio over Lakers-Rockets fight

Lakers teammates Brandon Ingram and Rajon Rondo and Rockets star Chris Paul have been suspended and fined heavily by the NBA over an on-court fight.

NBA probes Lakers-Rockets fight

NBA probes Lakers-Rockets fight

The NBA is probing the events that occurred in an on-court fight between members of the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets.

Simmons forced out of NBA clash as 76ers win
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Simmons forced out of NBA clash as 76ers win

Back tightness forced Australia's Ben Simmons out of Philadelphia's clash with Orlando late in the first quarter.

New baby, new life in Australia suits NBA import Jacob Wiley
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New baby, new life in Australia suits NBA import Jacob Wiley

Adelaide import Jacob Wiley has already made a lifelong connection to Australia even though his Sixers are only a few weeks into the season.

  • by Roy Ward
Alex Pledger standing tall for Melbourne United in grand final rematch
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Alex Pledger standing tall for Melbourne United in grand final rematch

Alex Pledger wasn't with Melbourne United when they won the title last season but after four championships in New Zealand, he knows what to expect when Adelaide make their return to Melbourne on Sunday.

  • by Roy Ward