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Kate and Wills brutally snubbed by NBA

They may be two of the biggest names in the world but the Prince and Princess of Wales have been put in their place in the US.

SAN ANTONIO, TX - NOVEMBER 26: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers checks on Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers after he received a hit on a drive to the basket by Zach Collins #23(not in frame) of the San Antonio Spurs in the second half at AT&T Center on November 26, 2022 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)

Star goes nuclear in bloody NBA brawl

Los Angeles Lakers star Russell Westbrook was left seeing red after copping a brutal elbow from an opponent.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - NOVEMBER 22: Ben Simmons #10 of the Brooklyn Nets smiles prior to the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center on November 22, 2022 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. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

‘Difference maker’: Simmons blows NBA away

Ben Simmons’ return to form reached new levels on Saturday with the Aussie proving why he’s a force to be reckoned with.

TORONTO, ON - NOVEMBER 23: Ben Simmons #10 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts after getting a block on Chris Boucher #25 of the Toronto Raptors during the second half of their NBA game at Scotiabank Arena on November 23, 2022 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Cole Burston/Getty Images)

‘Best I’ve felt’: Simmons’ scary truth bomb

Aussie NBA star Ben Simmons has turned the corner in recent games and is now putting the rest of the league on notice.

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(FILES) In this file photo taken on January 24, 2020 former NBA star and owner of Charlotte Hornets team Michael Jordan looks on as he addresses a press conference ahead of the NBA basketball match between Milwaukee Bucks and Charlotte Hornets at The AccorHotels Arena in Paris. - Michael Jordan said June 5, 2020, he is making a record $100 million donation to groups fighting for racial equality and social justice amid a wave of protests across the United States. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP)

Jordan enters fray as Trump fires up

Michael Jordan has been called into to help resolve the standoff in the NBA as US President Donald Trump weighed in on the player strike.

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 24: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up against the Portland Trail Blazers in Game Four of the Western Conference First Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 24, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images/AFP == FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==

NBA giants vote to cancel season

Two of the NBA’s biggest teams have thrown their weight behind shutting down the remainder of the season in the fight against racial injustice.

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 24: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up against the Portland Trail Blazers in Game Four of the Western Conference First Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 24, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images/AFP == FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==

Historic NBA protest triggers US sport shutdown

The NBA finals are in jeopardy after one team’s stunning boycott in protest of police brutality, while other US codes, as well as a tennis grand slam champion have joined the crusade.

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 25: Jamal Murray #27 of the Denver Nuggets reacts after a shot during the fourth quarter against the Utah Jazz in Game Five of the Western Conference First Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at The Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 25, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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. Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images/AFP == FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==

NBA erupts over history-making star

NBA players, fans and commentators were left watching on in awe as one star exploded to keep his teams playoff hopes alive.

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 24: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second quarter in Game Four of the Western Conference First Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 24, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images/AFP == FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==

NBA stars ‘visibly shattered’, may boycott

There’s been a devastated reaction by a host of NBA players after their motivation for restarting the season in Orlando appeared to fail.

LeBron laughs off balding hairline jokes

LeBron laughs off balding hairline jokes

LeBron James’ hairline has provided endless comedic value for NBA fans, but the king isn’t shying away from the hilarious content.

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 23: Head coach Brett Brown of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts after receiving a technical foul against the Boston Celtics during the third quarter in Game Four of the first round of the playoffs at The Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 23, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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 Kim Klement-Pool/Getty Images)

“Amazing” Brown primed to lead Boomers after NBA axe

Brett Brown has been sacked as Philadelphia 76ers coach, but he is primed to lead the Boomers to medal success at next year’s Olympics, according to Basketball Australia chairman Ned Coten.

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 23: Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks celebrates with teammates after making a game-winning 3-point basket against the Los Angeles Clippers during overtime of Game Four of the first round of the playoffs between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Dallas Mavericks at the AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 22, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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 Ashley Landis-Pool/Getty Images)

NBA reacts to ‘game from another planet’

Everyone from LeBron James to Steph Curry was in awe after Luka Doncic single-handedly stunned an NBA title contender.

Paul George and Daniela Rajic; Callie Rivers and Seth Curry.

NBA love triangle adding extra spice

The spiciest subplot of the first round of playoff games came to a head on Monday as one star openly taunted a rival with a whole lot of history.

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 21: Marcus Morris Sr. #31 of the LA Clippers gets between teammate Montrezl Harrell #5 and Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks during the first half of Game Three of the first round of the playoffs at the AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 21, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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 Ashley Landis-Pool/Getty Images)

NBA star slammed for racial sledge

Commentators aren’t sure this NBA star’s apology for calling a rival a “bitch ass white boy” goes far enough in stamping out racism.

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