Families in ruins in stirring NBA scenes
The No. 1 pick has been named in the NBA Draft as one teenager’s emotional reaction to being drafted stole the show
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Aussies left hanging on night of huge NBA draft drama
Two of the top-10 picks in the NBA Draft were left seething after being drafted to clubs they were desperate to avoid. Recap the drama and watch highlights of the top 30 picks here.
We’ve analysed five NBA mock drafts, this is where the Aussies are headed
A nation is behind the Australians dreaming of hearing their names called in this week’s NBA draft. We’ve analysed five mock drafts and spoken with scouts to find a consensus.
Bourne to be a Flyer: Opal-in-waiting escapes Lightning tumult
Isabelle Bourne defied the turmoil in Adelaide to become one of the WNBL’s most-sought-after young free agents. On the cusp of her Opals dream, she’s found a new home under a familiar face.
Rocco’s modern life: The ‘hectic’ reality of Australia’s next big thing
Rocco Zikarsky plans to do it his own way on NBA Draft night. He’ll wear a used suit, have family by his side and hope to join the honour roll of Aussie hoops stars to make it big.
‘Easy decision’: Aussie turns down millions
Australia’s top prospect has pulled out of the NBA Draft as Andrew Bogut lifts the lid on a trend that has youngsters giving up millions.
The image haunting government officials in basketball funding fight
Frustrated parents in regional NSW are pleading with the state’s politicians to act on outdated basketball facility, in a major centre for the sport, amid a host of falls and one serious injury.
‘Doping violations’: 36ers star in China controversy
The NBL’s biggest drawcard, Adelaide’s Montrezl Harrell, has been found guilty of doping violations by China’s anti-doping watchdog.
‘Text me’: Aussie’s dream collab with NBA MVP, best draft day fits
We look back on some of the wild, weird and wonderful get ups in draft history and speaks to Aussie Georgia Amoore about her incredible WNBA draft collab with NBA great Russell Westbrook.
Aussie wins NBA title, photo says it all
Alex Ducas has become the ninth Australian to win an NBA championship ring, but many were left saying the same thing.
1000s of kids with nowhere to play basketball, regional funding blow
Basketball is booming in NSW right now, but the sport is struggling to keep up with the growing need for facilities. And regional centres are feeling the pinch, highlighted by Dubbo’s state budget blow.
NBA star in wheelchair after Game 7 disaster
His amazing run in the post season was cut short in a gut wrenching moment, and is now set for a season long recovery.
NBA world all says same thing about Giddey
Josh Giddey has given a response of total class as the NBA world says the same thing about the Aussie missing out on a championship ring.
The little-known ‘future Olympian’ who is Australia’s newest NBA champion
Amid the celebrations and euphoria of the Oklahoma City Thunder winning their first NBA championship was a little-known Aussie who has the potential to be a future Boomers great.
‘Oh my god’: NBA scene is just heartbreaking
A heartbreaking injury to a star player in through Game 7 of the NBA Finals has left fans shattered as the championship was decided.
‘Crazy’: NBA star traded for eight players
One of the NBA’s biggest superstar players is being traded once again as part of a blockbuster deal set to shake up the league.
‘Bit of a secret’: Former Snakes president challenges proposed privatisation process
A dispute over who can approve the sale of the Cairns Taipans has emerged with club stalwarts arguing that foundation members have the final sign-off on a prospective buyer.
Aussie NBA stars’ fame confession
As they pose in their first joint fashion shoot, Josh Giddey and Dyson Daniels reflect on their huge NBA careers, and why they would ‘love to be unknown sometimes’.
Good, sad and ugly: Every team’s NBL fixture highs and lows
From Dash Daniels’ debut to a blockbuster reunion, we examine the NBL26 games you can’t afford to miss. Plus, which teams have the toughest road schedules and what are the biggest scheduling blunders?
‘Real ugly’: NBL’s civil war heats up as rebel teams suffer TV snub
The NBL’s two teams at the centre of a legal battle with the competition’s owner Larry Kestelman have been dealt the harshest of hands following the league’s fixture release.
Pacers star defies injury to help take NBA Finals to game seven
Cleared to play with a right calf injury only hours before tip-off, Tyrese Haliburton showed virtually no sign of discomfort as the Pacers grabbed game six of the NBA Finals by the throat early on and never let go.
Explained: How Lakers $15bn bombshell changes the NBA
The Buss family has been the face of the LA Lakers since 1979, but they’ve agreed to sell their majority stake. We examine how it could change the NBA — and its future.
Lakers set for $15 billion sale in NBA bombshell
The LA Lakers look set to get a new owner, with reports emerging the iconic NBA outfit is being sold for an eye-watering sum.
‘It’s an honour’: Jim Stynes’ son set for international debut
The son of Melbourne great Jim Stynes is set to follow in his father’s footsteps when he represents Ireland on the international stage next month. Here’s how the opportunity came about.
Why Perth Next Star’s drug ban won’t halt NBA dreams
One of the hottest NBA draft prospects tested positive for a banned substance during his time in Australia. One important rule change has come to his rescue.
NBL’s cash splash for players as league ignites new mid-season cup
Record prize money, of which 60 per cent will funnel directly to players, will be up for grabs when the NBL launches its new blockbuster in-season tournament.
Boomers’ coach dream team hits hurdle with NBA gun put aside
The Boomers had decided on a coaching triple threat to usher in their new era – with high-profile NBA figure Quin Snyder a key piece in their puzzle. But those plans look set to be scuppered.
Star import makes $200k sacrifice to join Bryce, Trez in Adelaide
They got Bryce. They got Trez. Now CODE Sports can reveal the Adelaide 36ers have completed their NBL26 roster with another elite import sacrificing what is believed to be as much as $200,000 USD to complete the triumvirate.
Polarising star caught out as $154m fraud
A polarising American commentator has been called out by fans and a star player after he went viral for all the wrong reasons.
‘Small circle of trust’: Heal on the haters, joining United, dad’s legacy
Shyla Heal knocked back big overseas offers for a homecoming at Geelong United. She explains why she turned down big money to return down under, and what life is like following in father Shane’s footsteps.
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