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Matt Logue is an award-winning sports journalist and author who brings more than 20 years’ experience to NCA NewsWire and CODE Sports. Starting out in regional newspapers in Dubbo and Bathurst, he moved to Sydney in 2006 and spent eight years at Rugby League Week magazine. He has also worked at the Newcastle Knights as a senior reporter under seven-time premiership-winning coach Wayne Bennett, Big League magazine and the Daily and Sunday Telegraphs. Matt is passionate about all sports, but has particular loves for rugby league and basketball.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MAY 09: Josh Giddey of the 36ers celebrates a basket during the round 17 NBL match between Sydney Kings and Adelaide 36ers at Qudos Bank Arena, on May 09, 2021, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

Simmons exit opens door for Giddey

Ben Simmons pulling out of Australia’s Tokyo Olympic campaign is a blow, but the Boomers are blessed with rising and experienced talent.

WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 31: Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers celebrates during the first quarter against the Washington Wizards during Game Four of the Eastern Conference first round series at Capital One Arena on May 31, 2021 in Washington, DC. 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 ==

Simmons leaves Boomers door ajar

Ben Simmons’ withdrawal from Australia’s Olympic campaign is a big blow, but the Boomers remain focused on winning a maiden medal.

Coach backs Simmons’ Boomers snub

Coach backs Simmons’ Boomers snub

Ben Simmons has officially pulled the pin on the Tokyo Olympics – and his decision has come with high-profile backing throughout the sport.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 25: Mitch McCarron of United poses following victory in game three of the NBL Grand Final Series between Melbourne United and the Perth Wildcats at John Cain Arena, on June 25, 2021, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)

Championship winner is hot property

The NBL season may be over, but the off-season free agency period is set to heat up with a host of big names set to decide their futures.

Simmons out as ‘anxious’ Boomers gather

Simmons out as ‘anxious’ Boomers gather

Boomers coach Brian Goorjian has some difficult decisions to select a final 12-man team for Tokyo following Ben Simmons’ withdrawal.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 29: Ryan Broekhoff of the Phoenix looks to pass the ball during the round 16 NBL match between the South East Melbourne Phoenix and the Brisbane Bullets and XXXX at John Cain Arena, on April 29, 2021, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Mike Owen/Getty Images)

Broekhoff’s NBA ambition on backburner for now

Ryan Broekhoff has the ability to return to the NBA, but for now he is focused on the South East Melbourne Phoenix after re-signing for two more years.

Bogut had some advice for Simmons. (Credit: Getty/AAP)

Bogut’s message for ‘frustrating’ Simmons

Andrew Bogut wants NBA star Ben Simmons to provide more clarity on his Boomers playing status as the Tokyo Olympics approach.

Canton, OH - DECEMBER 14: Chase Buford head coach of the Wisconsin Herd against the Canton Charge during a G League game on December 14, 2019 at the Canton Memorial Civic Center in Canton, Ohio. 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 2019 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

Kings sign son of NBA royalty as new coach

The Sydney Kings have pulled off a huge coup by securing Chase Buford, the son of NBA royalty, as the franchise’s new head coach.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 11: Ryan Broekhoff of Phoenix drives to the basket during game one of the NBL Semi-Final Series between Melbourne United and the South East Melbourne Phoenix at Qudos Bank Arena, on June 11, 2021, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Evans/Getty Images)

Aussies confirm last-minute Olympic withdrawal

The Boomers’ impressive depth will come to the fore after Ryan Broekhoff and Isaac Humphries withdrew from Australia’s Olympic squad.

WOLLONGONG, AUSTRALIA - MAY 23: Nathan Jawai of the Taipans warms up during the round 19 NBL match between Illawarra Hawks and Cairns Taipans at WIN Entertainment Centre, on May 23, 2021, in Wollongong, Australia. (Photo by Brett Hemmings/Getty Images)

How Aussie baller got out of mental health hole

Nathan Jawai turned to alcohol to cope with his depression and stress. The proud Torres Strait Islander man reveals how he overcame his countless setbacks.

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