‘Greatest moment of my life’: 3×3 star’s heartwarming Paris story
The Aussies may have gone down to Canada on Tuesday in the women’s 3×3 basketball. But for Lauren Mansfield, it was her greatest day due to a heartbreaking family situation.
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Heal: What’s really wrong with Boomers
The Boomers may have lost to Canada but it may just prove to be a match that makes the future of Australian basketball.
USA stars tumble down list in reality check
An American star would be “dirty” with his treatment at the Olympics, while the basketball world is facing a wild new reality, writes Shane Heal.
Brutal podium image will infuriate America
Even Ian Thorpe was blown away as Kaylee McKeown claimed an extraordinary gold medal, fighting back to beat her US rivals.
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‘Star power’: Opals coach weighs in on divisive Clark snub
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