NBA
Christmas miracle: Why the Sydney Kings, and the NBL, delivered the gift of live sport
Andrew Bogut played several Christmas Day games in the NBA. When he came home, he helped to launch a new tradition with the Sydney Kings.
- by Jonathan Drennan
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Million-dollar decision: Why Alex Toohey waited to nominate for the NBA draft
The NBA beckons for Sydney Kings forward Alex Toohey and he’s ready to do whatever it takes to have his name called in the NBA draft this June.
- by Roy Ward
‘Can be really big’: How NBA legend plans to restore a fallen force
It has been a long wait in between championships, but an American great has plans to transform the Brisbane Bullets into an Australian powerhouse.
- by Nick Wright
‘The Olympics thing really hurt him’: How shooting star Chris Goulding is firing back
Chris Goulding has refused to let criticism or heartbreak slow him down, with the Melbourne United skipper shooting better than ever as his NBL side chases another title.
- by Roy Ward
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NBL
NBL stars charged but fan investigation continues amid claims of racist abuse
The NBL has charged Montrezl Harrell and Kendric Davis over a fiery altercation with fans, but the league is still investigating members of the public.
- by Hannah Kennelly and Scott Spits
‘Sorry, not sorry’: American import defends his actions in courtside basketball fracas
After being ejected from John Cain Arena when tensions rose in Sunday’s fiery NBL clash, Montrezl Harrell hit social media to explain his side of the story after an ugly clash with spectators.
- by Hannah Kennelly and Roy Ward
Analysis
NRL 2024
Robinson turns to NBA great for help in bid to rebuild Roosters
With the Roosters staring at their most challenging season in a decade after losing a host of star players, coach Trent Robinson has gone global in his preparation for 2025.
- by Danny Weidler
NBA star shoves columnist who mentioned his son and dead brother
Joel Embiid is being investigated by the league after confronting the newspaper journalist who wrote a column questioning his professionalism.
- by Kevin Cooney
Why a 220cm teenage NBA prospect is being held back
He has been tipped to go quickly in the looming NBA Draft. So why is Australia’s most promising youngster spending so much time on the bench?
- by Nick Wright
How Simmons can win back the fans’ trust, and why Giddey can be a hit in Chicago
Your guide to the Aussies in the NBA, the Knicks’ Melbourne link, our biggest earners, and how a league laughing stock landed in a $2 billion fortress.
- by Roy Ward
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NBL
‘Weak’: Phoenix owner launches scathing attack on former Boomer
The Phoenix’s win was overshadowed by a hostile social media post from team owner Romie Chaudhari, who attacked Chris Goulding on X, labelling the United star “weak”.
- by Jon Pierik and Roy Ward
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