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ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 10: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts after a foul is called during the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on November 10, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Todd Kirkland/Getty Images/AFP

Simmons’ ex explodes in ‘crazy’ NBA first

Joel Embiid has gone supernova against the Utah Jazz, marking new ground in the game with a historic performance for the 76ers.

(FILES) In this file photo taken on October 05, 2022 Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter against the Adelaide 36ers at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. - The Los Angeles Clippers and Oklahoma City Thunder were each fined $25,000 by the NBA on November 3, 2022 for violating league injury reporting rules. (Photo by Ian Maule / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / AFP)

Aussie star’s historic 54-year NBA first

Aussie sensation Josh Giddey has etched his name into the NBA record books alongside an all-time great with his latest feat.

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 14: Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder moves the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on February 14, 2022 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2022 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

‘It’s special’: Giddey joins NBA legend with epic feat

Josh Giddey set a few records in his rookie NBA season but now his name joins of the most famous ever after his latest achievement.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 11: Stephen Curry #30 and Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors after Curry made a three-point shot against the Cleveland Cavaliers late in the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on November 11, 2022 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Star sends NBA world into meltdown

NBA star Stephen Curry left the basketball world in utter disbelief as he went supernova to enter the record books.

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The Greek Freak was emotional after winning his first NBA championship.

Superstar’s $300m gamble pays off

One of the longest droughts in NBA history is over thanks to a monster performance from Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Fans were furious Bucks owner Marc Lasry was presented the championship trophy before the players.

Trophy ceremony ruined by ‘stupid’ ritual

Fans have slammed a bizarre ritual in the NBA Finals trophy presentation that took some of the shine off Milwaukee’s drought-breaking win.

PHOENIX, AZ - July 17: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks the ball during the game against the Phoenix Suns during Game Five of the 2021 NBA Finals on July 17, 2021 at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2021 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

NBA stunned by ‘all-time highlight’

The Milwaukee Bucks are a win away from the franchise’s first title since 1971 — and they sealed the fact in ridiculous style.

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 12: Patty Mills #5 of the Australia Boomers is fouled by Kevin Durant #7 of the United States during an exhibition game at Michelob Ultra Arena ahead of the Tokyo Olympic Games on July 12, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Boomers chaos after US team bombshell

An NBA All Star has been axed from the Tokyo Olympics, sending a shudder through the Australian Boomers days out from the Games.

‘Unreal’: NBA world stunned by epic move

‘Unreal’: NBA world stunned by epic move

A “crazy” block from two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo helped the Milwaukee Bucks tie up the NBA Finals series.

*** BESTPIX *** NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 15: Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets celebrates after he is fouled late in the fourth quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks during game 5 of the Eastern Conference second round at Barclays Center on June 15, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

‘True honour’ that blew Durant away

NBA superstar Kevin Durant is one of the best basketballers in the world but he has been floored by his latest achievement.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 01: Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers calls to teammates during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Wells Fargo Center on March 01, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images/AFP == FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==

76ers making moves to punt Ben Simmons

Ben Simmons’ days in Philadelphia are looking numbered after reports from the US said the 76ers are looking at how to get rid of the Aussie.

PHOENIX, AZ - FEBRUARY 13: Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the game against the Phoenix Suns on February 13, 2021 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2021 NBAE Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Barry Gossage / NBAE / Getty Images / Getty Images via AFP)

Boomers stunner turns torch on Simmons

Ben Simmons hasn’t played since the 76ers flamed out of the NBA playoffs, but the basketball world has shown once again it has a long memory.

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