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Dyson Daniels has broken the Atlanta Hawks record for most steals in a single season.

BasketballCommentsDaniels steals Hawks record in NBA win over Bucks

Bendigo's Dyson Daniels has continued his outstanding season with Atlanta, setting a new franchise record for most steals in a single NBA season.

Shayne Hope

The Bulls are proving hard to beat right now thanks partly to their in-form Aussie Josh Giddey (3). (AP PHOTO)

BasketballGiddey, White lead Bulls charge to NBA play-offs

Just two days since his breathtaking near NBA quadruple-double, Chicago's Aussie guard Josh Giddey has lit it up again in an impressive win over Denver.

Staff Writers

Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) drives against Charlotte Hornets guard Seth Curry during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, March 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

BASKETBALLCommentsAussie surpasses NBA legend’s all-time mark

Australian young gun Dyson Daniels is chewing up records set by some of the most famous names in NBA history and has a couple more big ones in his sights.

News Corp Australia

Atlanta's "Great Barrier Thief" Dyson Daniels has extended his NBA steals season high in Brooklyn. (AP PHOTO)

BasketballAussie steal: Daniels earns Hall of Fame company

Atlanta guard Dyson Daniels is making history with his defensive exploits, with four steals in a loss to Brooklyn putting the Australian in rare NBA air.

Murray Wenzel

Josh Giddey hobbled of injured in the game against the Pacers today.

BasketballCommentsWATCH: Aussie NBA star’s hot streak halted by ankle setback

Australian NBA star Josh Giddey’s hot run of form is set to be curtailed by injury, with the Chicago guard suffering an ankle setback in his team’s win over Indiana.

Chris Robinson

Dallas star Kyrie Irving has been ruled out for the rest of the NBA season with a torn ACL. (AP PHOTO)

BasketballCommentsNBA All-Star Kyrie Irving out for season with torn ACL

Three weeks after flagging his desire to switch allegiance and play for Australia, NBA star Kyrie Irving has been ruled of for the rest of the NBA season.

Schuyler Dixon

Luka Doncic didn't dissapoint against his old team

BasketballTriple treat as Doncic gains sweet revenge over Mavs

Luka Doncic notched his first triple-double for the LA Lakers to lead his new side to an eight-point win over the team that traded him, the Dallas Mavericks.

Staff Writers

LaVar Ball, 57, has reportedly has his foot amputated after a 'serious mediccal issue'.

NBACommentsNBA fan favourite has amputation after ‘serious’ issue

The basketball world has been rocked by reports that one of the NBA’s outspoken characters has gone under the knife after a ‘serious medical issue’

Georgina Noack

Fan 'Jaren' won US$100,000 today.

NBACommentsFan nails miracle shot to claim $100k

WATCH THE VIDEO: A lucky NBA fan is US$100,000 richer after pipping star player Damian Lillard in a three-point shootout at the NBA All Star games today.

Ben McClellan

Chuck’s Global Stars’ Nikola Jokic and and Karl-Anthony at the weekend.

NBACommentsEverything you need to know about new-look NBA All Star game

The game has had a major overhaul to breathe new life into what was once the showpiece event of the US basketball calendar.

Ben McClellan

Mac McClung jumps over a car as part of his winning Slam Dunk Contest routine.

BasketballCommentsReaching new heights: Dunk Contest win creates history

Mac McClung can lay claim to being the NBA’s all-time Slam Dunk Contest king, becoming the first man in history to snare three successive titles.

Chris Robinson

Ben Simmons has left Brooklyn.

BasketballCommentsPremiumAussies in NBA: All eyes on Simmons and move to Clippers

Australian star Ben Simmons has left Brooklyn Nets and now the wait is on to see how quickly he’ll get a deal done with the Los Angeles Clippers, as we look at the week that was for Aussies in the NBA.

Craig O'Donoghue

Kawhi Leonard, Anthony Davis and Josh Giddey could be some of the NBA stars to play in Australia later this year.

NBAVideoCommentsBlockbuster NBA games coming to Australia

A day after it was announced an NFL game would be played Down Under it has been revealed the NBA is following suit.

Ben McClellan

Luka Doncic can't wait to get to work for the Lakers after his stunning trade from Dallas. (AP PHOTO)

BasketballNew Lakers superstar ‘excited’ after shock NBA trade

Luka Doncic says he was just as surprised as the rest of the basketball world when the Dallas Mavericks traded him to the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Perth Lynx co-captain Anneli Maley.

BasketballCommentsPremiumAnneli Maley blown away by reaction to signing WNBA contract

Perth Lynx co-captain Anneli Maley has signed a WNBA contract with Los Angeles Sparks and her phone went nuts from the moment it was announced on Monday morning.

Craig O'Donoghue

Dante Exum made his return from injury.

BasketballCommentsPremiumAussies in NBA: Exum is back, Patty’s trade and love for Joe

After a season where Australia’s young players have been prominent in the NBA, it was a week where the experienced names took centre stage for unique reasons.

Craig O'Donoghue

Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis have swapped teams.

NBACommentsREVEALED: Winners and losers of massive Doncic NBA trade

The Los Angeles Lakers’ storied history of pulling off seismic blockbuster trades has another chapter with a monumental swap no one saw coming. Here’s who came out on top and who has been left behind.

Ben Golliver

NBA superstar Luka Doncic has broken his silence following his bombshell trade from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday.

NBACommentsDoncic breaks silence over bombshell NBA trade to Lakers

The NBA world is still coming to terms with the sensational trade no one saw coming - none more than Luka Doncic. The megastar has finally spoken since news of the move broke on Sunday.

Samantha Rogers

Luke Travers is edging closer to a return from injury.

BasketballCommentsPremiumAussies in NBA: When will Luke Travers start playing again?

Former Perth Wildcat Luke Travers hasn’t played a game in either the NBA or G-League since mid-December so what’s the latest on his injury which is keeping him on the sidelines?

Craig O'Donoghue

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Joe Ingles has found a niche role

BasketballPremiumAussies in NBA: Ducas on the board as Ingles finds new role

Geraldton’s Alex Ducas scored his first NBA points on Monday with the West Aussie making a three-pointer during Oklahoma City Thunder’s thumping win over Washington Wizards.

Craig O'Donoghue

JJ Redick lost his home (not pictured) in the Los Angeles fires.

LA FIRESNBA match postponed as Lakers coach loses family home

‘Our family, my wife’s family, my wife’s twin sister ... are freaking out right now.’

Harrison Reid

LeBron James remains a dominant NBA force at age 40 and in his 22nd season

BasketballComments'I could play 5-7 more years' - LeBron James at 40

LeBron James reckons he could still be playing in the NBA at age 45-47 - but says he won't.

Greg Beacham

Josh Giddey is having a season to remember.

BasketballCommentsPremiumAussies in the NBA: Giddey reveals defensive turning point

Australian star Josh Giddey has provided an honest assessment of his defensive game, saying he reached a fork in the road where it was clear he needed to improve or else.

Craig O'Donoghue

Josh Giddey injured his ankle against Toronto.

BasketballPremiumAussies In The NBA: Giddey’s foot fault a cause for concern

It’s been another big week for Australians playing in the NBA, but all eyes are on Josh Giddey to see when he’ll return to action after injuring his ankle while playing against Toronto.

Craig O'Donoghue