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Ben Simmons is pranked in a candy store.

Simmons pranked in awkward viral video

Australian NBA star Ben Simmons was not impressed when a cheeky comedian approached him while browsing a candy store.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - MAY 20: Liz Cambage #1 and Nneka Ogwumike #30 of the Los Angeles Sparks react against the Seattle Storm during the second half at Climate Pledge Arena on May 20, 2022 in Seattle, Washington. 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 Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Liz Cambage to ‘step away’ after messy split

Liz Cambage has announced she is stepping away from the WNBA, leaving her professional basketball career hanging by a thread.

NBA insider Ric Bucher appeared to shade Shams Charania — an NBA insider with The Athletic and Stadium — while defending his report that Ben Simmons left a Nets group chat this past season during the first round of the NBA playoffs.

Fresh twist to alleged Simmons text tantrum

An American sports pundit has defended his report that Ben Simmons left a Brooklyn Nets group chat during the NBA playoffs.

(FILES) In this file photo taken on May 18, 2011, former Boston Celtics basketball player Bill Russell speaks during a DNC fundraiser attended by US President Barack Obama at the Boston Center for the Arts. - NBA great Bill Russell, the cornerstone of a Boston Celtics dynasty that won 11 titles and a powerful voice for social justice, has died at the age of 88, a statement posted on social media said July 31, 2022. (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP)

NBA takes historic action in league-first

The NBA has made a historic decision, confirming a league-first move after the death of American legend Bill Russell.

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 13: Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers slam dunks against the Phoenix Suns during the first half of the NBA game at Phoenix Suns Arena on February 13, 2021 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. Christian Petersen/Getty Images/AFP == FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==

Ben Simmons cops rude All-Star snub

Ben Simmons has been on fire this season, but he hasn’t convinced NBA fans of his worth after failing to win an All-Star starting slot.

Larsa Pippen and Malik Beasley. Images: Instagram and Getty.

Pippen defends dating married star

Television personality Larsa Pippen has defended her controversial relationship with still-married NBA player Malik Beasley.

Ayesha Curry's nude photo faced some backlash.

Superstar WAG cops backlash for nude snap

Stephen Curry’s wife posted a nude photo of herself to Instagram last week, but some internet trolls called her out over past comments.

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - FEBRUARY 08: LaMelo Ball #2 of the Charlotte Hornets drives to the basket while guarded by DeMarcus Cousins #15 of the Houston Rockets during the third quarter at Spectrum Center on February 08, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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. Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images/AFP == FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==

LaMelo’s NBA jersey hot property

LaMelo Ball is the most popular NBA singlet in Australia, while in-form Boomers Ben Simmons, Joe Ingles and Patty Mills don’t make the top 10.

*** BESTPIX *** PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 13: Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers slam dunks against the Phoenix Suns during the first half of the NBA game at Phoenix Suns Arena on February 13, 2021 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. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Sensational Simmons rewrites the record books

Ben Simmons was simply unstoppable as he ran riot against the Jazz in a history-making display that rewrote the NBA record books.

Ryan Broekhoff of Australia in action during the Men's Basketball Semifinal between Australia and Serbia at the Carioca Arena 1, on day fourteen of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, Friday, Aug. 19, 2016 (AAP Image/Sam Mooy) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY

NBL to help Broekhoff become a Boomer

Boomers coach Brian Goorjian knows Ryan Broekhoff will benefit from playing in the NBL with the South East Melbourne Phoenix.

Australian basketballer Ryan Broekhoff who has just signed with the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA on Frankston beach where he spend a lot of time whilst growing up . Pic: Michael Klein

Phoenix land NBA signing coup

In one of the biggest signings in NBL history, Ryan Broekhoff will add significant strike to the Phoenix with his experience and potent three-point shooting.

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - FEBRUARY 12: Joe Ingles #2 of the Utah Jazz jokes with Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks during a game at Vivint Smart Home Arena on February 12, 2021 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

Aussie’s three minutes of madness stuns

While Ben Simmons gets a lot of the attention, Joe Ingles has given a reminder that the Boomers squad will be brimming with talent.

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