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Klay Thompson ejected for first time in career after jawing with Devin Booker
Early in the third quarter, Thompson received two technicals in quick succession, resulting in the first ejection of his career.
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Daniels' two-way ability on full display vs. Mavericks
Dyson Daniels made the most of his increased minutes against the Mavericks, impressing on both ends of the floor in the Pelicans' 113-11 win.
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Lillard and Simons driving Blazers early season surprise
The Trail Blazers are off to a 4-0 start for the first time since 1999.
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Kawhi Leonard shows no signs of rust in return from injury
Leonard came off the bench for the Clippers, playing just 21 minutes against the Lakers.
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NBA 2K League Australia Invitational to be held in Melbourne
Here's your chance to become a pro NBA 2K player!
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NBA world reacts to John Wall's impressive Clippers debut
John Wall returned like he never left, turning in an impressive performance off the bench for the Clippers in their 103-97 win over the Lakers.
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Why did Kawhi Leonard come off the bench?
Leonard started off the bench for the first time since the 2013-14 season.
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Ben Simmons Nets' debut falls flat, fouls out in loss
Ben Simmons's first regular season game in a Nets uniform didn't move the needle as they fell to the New Orleans Pelicans 130-108.
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Steve Kerr explains why Warriors did not suspend Draymond Green
Warriors head coach Steve Kerr spoke to the media following their final preseason game, revealing the organization would not suspend Draymond Green for punching teammate Jordan Poole at practice.
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Shaq vs. Embiid: The key stats behind two dominant big men
Joel Embiid is one of the most dominant players in the league today, but how does he stack up against the most dominant big man ever in Shaquille O'Neal?
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The biggest Australian storylines entering the 2022-23 season
The 2022-23 NBA season is here, and the Australian contingent around the league is as big as ever with 10 players on opening night rosters.
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Northwest Division Preview: Best team, biggest X-factor and more
Will the Nuggets' healthy roster put them at the top, or will the new-look Timberwolves hit their stride and shake up the division standings?
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How to watch Netflix's Redeem Team documentary
Netflix's "The Redeem Team" will chronicle Team USA's 2008 journey to winning gold at the Beijing Olympics. Here's all the information you need about the release.
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Giddey powers Thunder past Adelaide 36ers in pre-season
Following their stunning win over the Phoenix Suns, the Adelaide 36ers fell to Josh Giddey and the Oklahoma City Thunder 131-98.
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NBA 2K League partners with NBL for Australian expansion gaming team
The NBL and NBA 2K today announced that Australia's professional basketball league will enter a team into the NBA 2K League, becoming just the third team from outside North America.
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Henderson and Wembanyama put on a show as Ignite edge Metropolitans 92
The much-anticipated matchup between Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson more than lived up to the hype as the top two draft prospects put on a show in Nevada. The Sporting News has you covered with all the live updates, stats and highlights from tonight's contest.
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Twitter Reaction: NBA players in awe of Henderson-Wembanyama battle
All eyes were on Henderson, Nevada tonight as Scoot Henderson and the G League Ignite took on Victor Wembanyama and Metropolitans 92.
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Simmons shows flashes of Nets' offensive potential in debut
Ben Simmons took the court as a Net for the first time, showing flashes of his all-around game in a 19-minute cameo.
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It's A'ja Wilson's world and we're just living in it
A'Ja Wilson is going to need a bigger trophy cabinet after leading Team USA to their fourth-straight World Cup gold.
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Wilson named MVP as USA defeat China for 4th-straight gold
Led by A'Ja Wilson's 19 points and Kelsey Plum's 17, Team USA cruised to an 83-61 win over China in the final of the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
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Jackson's vintage performance leads Opals past Canada for bronze
Lauren Jackson turned back the clock, dropping 30 points against Canada to secure a third-place finish for the Australian Opals at the FIBA Women's Baksetbal World Cup.
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Lauren Jackson ties all-time World Cup appearance record
Australian Opals legend Lauren Jackson is now tied for the most games played at the FBIA Women's Basketball World Cup, with the bronze medal game in Sydney her 43rd.
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Heartbreak for the Opals as China snatch late win in semi-final thriller
China booked its spot in the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup final with a heart-stopping 91-59 win over the Australian Opals.
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USA advances to World Cup final in emphatic style
Team USA has a fourth-straight World Cup gold medal in their sights after advancing to the final with an 83-43 win over Canada in the semi-final.
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Breanna Stewart's signature sneaker is the start of something big
Breanna Stewart launched her first signature sneaker with Puma in Sydney this week, celebrating the growth of the women's game and what it means for the next generation.
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Dellavedova relishing reunion with coach Mike Brown
Matthew Dellavedova joins a Kings squad looking to end their 16-year playoff drought, relishing the opportunity to play under former coach Mike Brown.
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Mills says he has 'unfinished business' in Brooklyn
After getting swept in the first round of the playoffs last season, Patty Mills says the Brooklyn Nets are focused on winning a championship but also building a strong culture.
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Australia edge Canada in World Cup thriller
After trailing by 14 points late in the second quarter, Australia roared back into the contest and held their nerve down the stretch to seal a gritty 75-72 win over Canada at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
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Tracking new NBA uniforms this season
With the new season on the horizon, several teams are bringing out new looks on court, including some inspired retro designs.
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'No apparent structural damage' - Allen cleared of major injury
Aussie sharpshooter Bec Allen suffered a rib injury during Australia's69-54 win over Serbia Sunday night.
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Jackson's game-changing cameo leads Opals past Mali
The Australian Opals picked up their first win at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup, cruising past Mali 118-58 on Friday night.
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3 takeaways from the Opals' opening game loss to France
The Australian Opals dropped their opening game at the FIBA World Cup, going down 70-57 to France.
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Stewart powers USA to victory in World Cup opener
Breanna Stewart poured in 22 points to lead Team USA to an 87-72 win over Belgium in their opening game at the FIBA Women's World Cup.
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Joe Ingles to Bucks is the most under-the-radar offseason signing
While the splashy free agent signings take up all the headlines, the Bucks' move for Joe ingles could prove to be one that makes the biggest impact come the postseason.
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5 lessons we learned from EuroBasket 2022
From Giannis Antetokounmpo's dominance at the center position to the resurgence of Dennis Schroder, there was plenty to take away from EuroBasket 2022.
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Opals unveil Indigenous jerseys
Indigenous artist Daniel O'Shane created a specially designed Indigenous jersey for the Australian Opals to be worn at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
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Five players to watch at the Women's World Cup in Sydney
With the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup tipping off in Sydney next week, there's no shortage of stars on show.
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Sun stave off elimination with dominant Game 3 win in WNBA Finals
The Connecticut Sun keep the WNBA Finals series alive with a convincing 105-76 win over the Las Vegas Aces. We've got you covered with all the live updates and highlights from Game 3.
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Yes, Ben Simmons is now the NBA's most underrated player
After over a year without playing an NBA game, expectations for Ben Simmons are at an all-time low, creating the perfect storm for the Aussie to shine for the Brooklyn Nets.
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Manu Ginobili's Hall of Fame impact in six words or less
In honor of arguably the greatest sixth man of all time being inducted into the Hall of Fame, members of our TSN staff share how they'll remember Manu Ginobili's career.
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Which NBA players have their own signature sneaker?
Nike and Adidas lead the market in signature sneakers with five players each repping the brands. Who else has their own shoes?
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Mojave King signs with G League Ignite for 2022-23 season
The 20-year-old Kiwi will join the Ignite for 2022-23 after two seasons in the NBL with the Adelaide 36ers and Cairns Taipans.
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Chima Moneke ready to seize opportunity with the Sacramento Kings
Chima Moneke's basketball journey has taken him around the world and after signing a two-year deal with the Sacramento Kings, he says the work is just getting started.
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Shaquille O'Neal's Australian Tour: Full details, events
From store appearances to shootouts with fans and DJ sets, here's everything you need to know about Shaquille O'Neal's whirlwind Australian Tour.
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NBA stores opening in Melbourne and Sydney
The NBA is opening multiple flagship stores in Australia, making it easy for fans to get all the latest gear.
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Durant to meet with Nets owner regarding potential trade
Durant put in a trade request on June 30, however, there has been little traction on a deal for the 12-time All-Star.
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Hawks trio light up CrawsOver
The Hawks trio combined for 103 points in an impressive showing at the CrawsOver Sunday night.
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Bill Russell's lasting impact as a Civil Rights icon
While his dominance on the court is unmatched in NBA history, Bill Russell's impact off the floor has been felt for generations as he continually fought for racial justice in America throughout his playing career. To this day, he remains a Civil Rights icon.
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Holmgren, Banchero put on a show at the CrawsOver
The top two picks in the 2022 NBA Draft teamed up at Jamal Crawford's CrawsOver, combining for 84 points as they led the Sonics to victory.
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Ranking the best New York City point guards: Is Marbury the GOAT?
Whether New York is still the Mecca of basketball is up for debate, but one thing that will always belong to the city is the point guard position.
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Curry throws wild first pitch at Oakland A's game
Stephen Curry might be the best shooter in NBA history, but his baseball skills have some catching up to do.
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How Giddey's development will shape Thunder, impact Gilgeous-Alexander
Josh Giddey and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander form the backbone of the Thunder. What will their second season together hold for the duo?
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Draymond says '17 Warriors would beat '98 Bulls
Draymond Green shared his thoughts on Twitter on the hypothetical matchup and why comparing eras is an exercise in futility.
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Maker leads Australia to Asia Cup victory
Thon Maker turned heads in Indonesia, leading the Boomers to victory at the Asia Cup as he was named MVP of the final and selected to the tournament's All-Star five.
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Who is Hansel Enmanuel? One-armed basketball phenom shines at Drew League
One-armed basketball phenom Hansel Enmanuel took his talents to the Drew League this weekend ahead of committing to Northwestern State.
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Curry, WNBA stars call attention to Brittney Griner's imprisonment in ESPYS speech
Stephen Curry, Nneka Ogwumike and Skylar Diggins-Smith took to the stage at the ESPYS and called attention to Brittney Griner's imprisonment in Russia.
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Breaking down James Harden's contract
After declining his $47.4 million player option for next season, James Harden is reportedly signing a two-year deal with the Philadelphia 76ers.
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Harden explains why he took $15 million pay cut with 76ers
With James Harden taking a pay cut, the 76ers have been able to bring in more reinforcements, but will it be enough to make them a genuine contending team?
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Jack White signs Two-Way deal with Nuggets
Following his impressive showing at Las Vegas Summer League, Aussie Jack White earned the team's final two-way contract for the upcoming season.
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Results, scores, stats from Day 10 of Summer League
Follow along right here for the latest results from Saturday's Summer League games.
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LeBron James' best plays from his return to the Drew League
LeBron James had the gym hyped as he poured in 42 points at the Drew League, playing alongside DeMar DeRozan.
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'Confidence' the key for Aussie sharpshooter Dejan Vasiljevic
Fresh off winning an NBL title with the Sydney Kings, Dejan Vasiljevic is bringing that championship mentality to Summer League.
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Jack White turning heads in Vegas, has sights set on two-way contract
Aussie Jack White turned in an impressive performance for the Nuggets in Vegas as he continues his push towards earning the franchise's remaining two-way deal.
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Giddey and Holmgren pairing has scary potential
As a pass-first point guard, Josh Giddey couldn't be happier to add a big man like Chet Holmgren on his Oklahoma City Thunder squad.
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Daniels exits game with ankle injury
Daniels landed awkwardly as he attempted a layup midway through the second period and did not return.
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