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Reaves scores 43 as Lakers survive Detroit comeback without DončićNBA
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Reaves scores 43 as Lakers survive Detroit comeback without Dončić

Austin Reaves stepped into the lead role with Luka Dončić sidelined, scoring 43 points as the Lakers survived a furious Detroit rally to win 121–116 and extend their streak to five.

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Lewis brings six-block bite as Cairns pair shooting fireworks with defence
NBL

Lewis brings six-block bite as Cairns pair shooting fireworks with defence

Malique Lewis recorded six blocks in Cairns’ 100–92 win over Perth, giving the Taipans a defensive counterweight to Jack McVeigh and Jaylon Brown’s three-point barrage.

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Burries gives struggling Bucks a brighter backcourt answer despite Raptors defeat
NBA

Burries gives struggling Bucks a brighter backcourt answer despite Raptors defeat

Brayden Burries produced 21 points, 11 rebounds and six assists against Toronto, showing Milwaukee a useful blend of second-chance work and secondary playmaking despite a 121–107 loss.

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Perth’s fourth straight loss exposes the early-game problem it must fix
NBL

Perth’s fourth straight loss exposes the early-game problem it must fix

Cairns beat Perth 100–92 as Jack McVeigh hit eight threes. After another late rally fell short, the Wildcats face a defensive reset before Tasmania and Illawarra visit RAC Arena.

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Dončić scores 53 as Lakers turn Portland turnovers into 124–118 comeback win
NBA

Dončić scores 53 as Lakers turn Portland turnovers into 124–118 comeback win

Luka Dončić poured in 53 points, but the Lakers’ 124–118 win over Portland was also built on 24 forced turnovers and a huge offensive-rebounding edge.

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How Does Fantasy Basketball Scoring Work?
Fantasy Basketball

How Does Fantasy Basketball Scoring Work?

Points, rebounds, assists, steals and blocks can all influence your fantasy score. Here’s how the numbers become a matchup result — and why your league’s rules matter.

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10 Fantasy Basketball Tips for Beginners
Fantasy Basketball

10 Fantasy Basketball Tips for Beginners

Ten useful habits that help new fantasy basketball managers draft more sensibly, manage matchups and avoid the mistakes that cost easy wins.

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How to Start an NBL Fantasy Basketball League
Fantasy Basketball

How to Start an NBL Fantasy Basketball League

Ready to turn your NBL group chat into a proper competition? Here’s how to organise managers, league rules, draft night and the season itself.

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Fantasy Basketball Waivers, Free Agents and Trades Explained
Fantasy Basketball

Fantasy Basketball Waivers, Free Agents and Trades Explained

Your draft squad isn't permanent. Learn the difference between a free agent, a waiver claim, FAAB and a negotiated fantasy basketball trade.

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Fantasy Draft vs SuperCoach: What's the Difference?
Fantasy Basketball

Fantasy Draft vs SuperCoach: What's the Difference?

Draft leagues give every manager a unique roster; SuperCoach NBL Classic uses a salary cap. Here’s how the two formats work and why the strategies are different.

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What Is a Snake Draft in Fantasy Basketball?
Fantasy Basketball

What Is a Snake Draft in Fantasy Basketball?

A snake draft reverses the pick order after each round. Here’s a simple example, why it helps balance selections and how to prepare for your turn.

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What Is Fantasy Basketball? A Complete Beginner's Guide
Fantasy Basketball

What Is Fantasy Basketball? A Complete Beginner's Guide

Fantasy basketball lets you manage your own team using real players and real match performances. Here's how it works, from the first pick to the final matchup.

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How to Play Fantasy Draft Basketball: Step-by-Step Guide
Fantasy Basketball

How to Play Fantasy Draft Basketball: Step-by-Step Guide

New to fantasy draft basketball? Follow these steps to set up a league, draft a roster, manage your team and compete all season.

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Anthony and Oduro overwhelm Brisbane as United turn ten-point edge into rout
NBL

Anthony and Oduro overwhelm Brisbane as United turn ten-point edge into rout

Cole Anthony and Josh Oduro combined for 60 points as Melbourne United beat Brisbane 120–92, with a devastating final quarter revealing the depth of United’s attack.

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Nuggets visit Rockets with Jokić and Şengün set for a battle of control
NBA

Nuggets visit Rockets with Jokić and Şengün set for a battle of control

Denver heads to Houston after beating Indiana in Mexico City, while the Rockets must respond to a narrow loss in Phoenix. The key is which team can manage its possessions when the game tightens.

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Bannan steadies Tasmania as Mennenga’s monster night falls two points short
NBL

Bannan steadies Tasmania as Mennenga’s monster night falls two points short

Tasmania held off New Zealand 79–77 after a third-quarter reset, with Josh Bannan’s seven assists and Will Magnay’s rim protection helping withstand Sam Mennenga’s 29 points and 17 rebounds.

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Cheatham’s all-round Sixers meet red-hot United imports in Round 9 showdown
NBL

Cheatham’s all-round Sixers meet red-hot United imports in Round 9 showdown

Adelaide’s new attacking balance faces Melbourne’s extraordinary Anthony–Oduro partnership on Thursday, with both clubs arriving after 28-point wins.

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Kings erase 21-point deficit as Davis and Craig turn Phoenix blitz into 110–99 win
NBL

Kings erase 21-point deficit as Davis and Craig turn Phoenix blitz into 110–99 win

South East Melbourne led Sydney 30–9 after a remarkable opening shooting burst, but the Kings changed the tempo, reclaimed top spot and held firm when the Phoenix threatened again.

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Flagg has help: Mavericks test their offensive balance against struggling Nets
NBA

Flagg has help: Mavericks test their offensive balance against struggling Nets

Dallas hosts Brooklyn after P.J. Washington’s six-three performance and Morez Johnson’s 17-rebound effort. With Cooper Flagg directing the attack, the Mavericks have a chance to show how their supporting cast can turn a promising start into more consistent basketball.

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McVeigh and Brown punish Perth from deep as Cairns hand Wildcats fourth straight loss
NBL

McVeigh and Brown punish Perth from deep as Cairns hand Wildcats fourth straight loss

Jack McVeigh hit eight threes and scored 36 points as Cairns beat Perth 100–92, with Jaylon Brown adding six triples to expose a worrying defensive pattern for the Wildcats.

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Yang Hansen earns first NBA double-double as Blazers struggle against Spurs
NBA

Yang Hansen earns first NBA double-double as Blazers struggle against Spurs

Yang Hansen posted 12 points and 10 rebounds in Portland’s 125–103 loss to San Antonio, giving the Blazers a promising frontcourt performance on a night their perimeter shooting fell well short.

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Lakers bring Dončić scoring surge to Detroit for a test of Pistons defence
NBA

Lakers bring Dončić scoring surge to Detroit for a test of Pistons defence

Los Angeles arrives in Detroit on a four-game winning streak after Luka Dončić scored 53 against Portland. The Pistons have the defensive record and recent head-to-head success to make this a genuine test.

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Cheatham’s triple-double gives Adelaide more than a Cotton rescue act
NBL

Cheatham’s triple-double gives Adelaide more than a Cotton rescue act

Zylan Cheatham’s 21-point, 12-rebound, 11-assist triple-double powered Adelaide past Illawarra 106–78 and showed why the 36ers’ offence can thrive even when Bryce Cotton starts slowly.

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Partizan share the load to crush Maccabi as 27 assists tell the story
EuroLeague

Partizan share the load to crush Maccabi as 27 assists tell the story

Partizan beat Maccabi Tel Aviv 88–67 in Belgrade, with 27 assists, only seven turnovers and five Ethan Thompson threes turning a tight opening into a commanding EuroLeague win.

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