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Delly masterclass nets United's sixth win in a row
Matthew Dellavedova reminded everyone how good he really is with a vintage display that led the red-hot Melbourne United to victory over the Hawks.
- by Russell Bennett
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‘We should be embarrassed’: Kings’ late collapse hands Breakers win
Claiming the win at Qudos Bank Arena 82-75, the Breakers failed to lead through the first three-quarters of the match but took advantage of a major fourth-quarter collapse from the Kings and finish the game on an 18-1 run.
- by Sarah Keoghan
Boomers begin road to Paris Olympics with Beveridge in charge, newcomers on court
The Boomers will be back on court next month to begin the path to qualifying for the 2023 FIBA World Cup and the 2024 Paris Olympics with Rob Beveridge leading the side for a three-game window in Japan.
- by Roy Ward
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WNBL
Milestone interrupted: Wilson’s 400th delayed again as all WNBL games postponed
Kelly Wilson has seen and done it all in the WNBL but admits she can’t be certain when her record-breaking 400th game will arrive.
- by Roy Ward
‘Don’t know why we’re playing chicken’: 76ers blamed in Simmons impasse
The head of the NBA players’ union says there’s been little communication between the Australian star and the 76ers, and doesn’t understand why.
- by Keith Pompey
LeBron leads criticism of announcer for reference to NBA player’s dead father
Wizards broadcaster Glenn Consor has apologised for his comment about Rockets star Kevin Porter jnr, which sparked a huge backlash on social media.
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Hoops Heaven
‘It’s easier to score in the NBA than the NBL’: Ex-Phoenix player’s fairytale moment
Keifer Sykes starred with the South East Melbourne Phoenix last season and this week he has stepped up in a starring role with the Indiana Pacers.
- by Roy Ward
Australian teen Josh Giddey breaks NBA record of another NBL product
Australian rookie Josh Giddey has become the youngest player in NBA history to record a triple-double, breaking the record of a fellow NBL export.
- by Chris Paine
‘Less than ideal’: Phoenix desperate to play
The Phoenix have endured a three-week spell due to COVID-19 protocols, while United coach Dean Vickerman says Jack White is pressing for a return to the starting line-up.
- by Roy Ward
Undersized JackJumpers fall short against United
Melbourne United had a sizable height advantage but still were pushed to the limit by upstart Tasmanian team in Hobart.
- by Roy Ward
Kings owner urges NBL to adapt to COVID age as attendances dip
Paul Smith said he was working with the league to get on with business as the season stands on a knife’s edge.
- by Sarah Keoghan