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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - OCTOBER 30: Michael Dickson #4 of the Seattle Seahawks celebrate a field goal with Jason Myers #5 of the Seattle Seahawks against the New York Giants during the second quarter at Lumen Field on October 30, 2022 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Aussie ‘so good’ America can’t look away

Seattle Seahawks’ Aussie punter Michael Dickson was labelled a “punting god” in his debut season and now he’s still winning the US over.

ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 10: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts after a foul is called during the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on November 10, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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. Todd Kirkland/Getty Images/AFP

Simmons’ ex explodes in ‘crazy’ NBA first

Joel Embiid has gone supernova against the Utah Jazz, marking new ground in the game with a historic performance for the 76ers.

(FILES) In this file photo taken on October 05, 2022 Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter against the Adelaide 36ers at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. - The Los Angeles Clippers and Oklahoma City Thunder were each fined $25,000 by the NBA on November 3, 2022 for violating league injury reporting rules. (Photo by Ian Maule / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / AFP)

Aussie star’s historic 54-year NBA first

Aussie sensation Josh Giddey has etched his name into the NBA record books alongside an all-time great with his latest feat.

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 14: Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder moves the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on February 14, 2022 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. 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 2022 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

‘It’s special’: Giddey joins NBA legend with epic feat

Josh Giddey set a few records in his rookie NBA season but now his name joins of the most famous ever after his latest achievement.

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Donovan Mitchell was furious after he was ejected.

Ejection ignites NBA All-Star feud

Ben Simmons and his Philadelphia 76ers pulled off a major NBA scalp against the top ranked Utah Jazz but an All-Star has blown up deluxe.

Shaq was fried extra crispy by Candace Parker.

Star ruins Shaq in live TV assassination

Shaquille O’Neal has been left in a body bag by a TV co-host, who took the NBA icon to school in a brutal live TV exchange.

DeMarcus Ware wants to remind you he is not human.

38yo stud is not of this world

The mind-bending athletic feats of a retired NFL marvel have upstaged one of the best athletes in America in staggering fashion.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - FEBRUARY 12: Solomon Hill #18, Kevin Huerter #3 and John Collins #20 of the Atlanta Hawks look on from the bench in the fourth quarter of their 125-114 loss to the San Antonio Spurs at State Farm Arena on February 12, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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’s cold-blooded coach termination

A popular NBA coach was sacked on the spot Tuesday morning after a ruthless decision that had players reading the news on Twitter.

HOUSTON, TX - DECEMBER 28: J.J. Watt #99 of the Houston Texans celebrates his sack against Blake Bortles #5 of the Jacksonville Jaguars in the fourth quarter in a NFL game on December 28, 2014 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. It was Watt's 20th sack for the season.(Photo by Thomas B. Shea/Getty Images)

America going nuts over $40m deal

NFL star JJ Watt has stunned America with a surprise contract announcement that came out of the blue and sent shockwaves across the league.

Jodie Foster's Golden Globes speech.

Jodie Foster’s weird Golden Globes moment

Hollywood superstar Jodie Foster baffled Golden Globes viewers by thanking a sporting icon during her acceptance speech.

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Simmons’ three exposes 76ers problem

Simmons’ three exposes 76ers problem

Ben Simmons continued his hot offensive form, combining with Joel Embiid for 66 points, but even that wasn’t enough for the Sixers.

Wife slams Hollywood star over Kobe slur

Wife slams Hollywood star over Kobe slur

The wife of NBA legend Kobe Bryant has finally responded to a “vile” death tweet from Hollywood actress Evan Rachel Wood.

LeBron James was ready to respond.

LeBron was the wrong guy to mess with

Football star Zlatan Ibrahimovic took a swipe at LeBron James over recent public comments. The NBA star’s response is ice cold.

Abiodun Adegoke is pure mystery.

Mystery surrounds teen basketball freak

A teenage prodigy, nicknamed “Big Naija”, is shattering basketball records and making headlines around the world after a viral video.

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