Josh Giddey dominates in Thunder’s NBA play-in win
Australian Josh Giddey, still just 20, has starred in the Thunder's NBA play-in defeat of New Orleans with 31 points, 10 assists and nine rebounds.
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Hawthorn’s Day, Geelong’s Rohan cop rough tackle bans
Hawthorn's Will Day has failed to have his sling tackle ban reduced at the AFL tribunal and is set for a two-game stint on the sidelines.
Broncos prop Palasia explains Titans switch
Keenan Palasia faces Gold Coast in round seven, the team he joins next season, determined to make his final year at the Broncos one to remember.
Brumbies machine rolls on, Fijian Drua next up
The in-form Brumbies will look to replicate the form that saw them smash Queensland last weekend when they tackle Fijian Drua on home soil.
Fremantle forecast brutal battle against Gold Coast
After being told by their coach to toughen up, Fremantle midfielder James Aish is forecasting a brutal AFL battle against Gold Coast.
Thorn soldiering on as Reds fly into Samoan ambush
Under-fire Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn has kept his head down this week with Moana Pasifika presenting a tricky task in their Samoan Super Rugby debut.
Manly adamant Trbojevic’s back not a hamstring warning
Manly coach Anthony Seibild has insisted that Tom Trbojevic's back spasms are linked to a hip-pointer injury, and not a potential sign of hamstring tightness.
Gather Round opens with Walsh’s return for Blues
Adelaide is heaving for Gather Round, which kicks off in earnest when the Crows take on the Blues.
Titans No.7 Boyd took ‘next Alfie’ tag in his stride
Tanah Boyd has embraced the pressure of being the Titans' regular halfback and lines up against his old club Brisbane with gratitude and a sense of humour.
George Williams knocks back NRL return, stays in UK
Former Canberra halfback George Williams will not return to the NRL, the Englishman knocking back interest to sign an extension to stay in the Super League.
AFL boss vows relentless pursuit of racial abusers
The AFL is vowing to relentlessly pursue racial abusers as players and coaches ponder the best way to stamp out race-based vilification.
Bennett reveals secret to Dolphins’ stellar NRL start
Wayne Bennett's Dolphins take on the Rabbitohs, the team he most recently coached, with a humble and inspirational ethos that underpins their early NRL success.
Gather Round a winner before ball bounces: AFL boss
Before a ball is bounced, South Australia's premier and the chief of the AFL are already hailing the inaugural Gather Round as a success.
Longmire calls for calm amid McCartin speculation
Sydney are no closer to formulating a return-to-play timeline for defender Paddy McCartin, who suffered the 10th concussion of his AFL career on Saturday.
Broncos ‘cattle dog’ Kobe returns to round-up Titans
Brisbane lock Kobe Hetherington is back from a biceps tear to play his first NRL game of the season against the Titans, to the delight of captain Adam Reynolds.
Wallam aiming for World Cup despite Firebirds woes
Star goal shooter Donnell Wallam is making a case for Diamonds' Netball World Cup selection despite Queensland's winless start to the Super Netball season.
Croker hopes Raiders return can herald fresh start
Canberra champion Jarrod Croker says consistency is key after his return to the NRL helped lift his side to a shock win over previously unbeaten Brisbane.
Cowboys need to eliminate ‘catastrophic’ errors: Hess
Consistent errors early in the season are costing North Queensland who are now facing a fight to stay in contention for finals football.
Raiders, Queensland great Sam Backo out of induced coma
Seven-time Queensland State of Origin prop Sam Backo has come out of a coma induced after he suffered a heart attack on April 1.
Upton signs longest deal in NRLW history at Newcastle
Superstar fullback Tamika Upton has signed a five-year deal to stay with Newcastle until the end of 2027, the longest contract in NRLW history.
Bennett likens ‘Hammer’ to Latrell as No.1 clash looms
Wayne Bennett says Rabbitohs No.1 Latrell Mitchell could shine at five-eighth and has given Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow a huge wrap.
Sharks’ Graham opts against tackle changes after ban
Cronulla captain Wade Graham says he won't alter a technique designed to avoid suffering concussions of his own in a bid to reduce the risk of high-tackle bans.
Tate defends Thorn, urges Reds to ‘bring the dog out’
Injuries and the historic nature of the Queensland Reds' trip to Samoa, where Moana Pasifika will play for the first time, have added to Brad Thorn's woes.
Witts still sore as hot and cold Suns weigh up options
Gold Coast are treating influential ruckman Jarrod Witts' prolonged soreness with caution ahead of a crucial AFL Gather Round clash with Fremantle.
Saints’ selection headache as Membrey nears recovery
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon faces an "interesting decision" as the returning Tim Membrey jostles with the Saints' in-form young forwards for a place in the side.
Master v apprentice: Demetriou braces for Bennett test
South Sydney's Jason Demetriou says his NRL coaching career would not have got far without the guidance and faith of his mentor Wayne Bennett.
AFL trying to hunt down racists: CEO McLachlan
AFL chief Gillon McLachlan says he's exasperated at a fresh spate of racist abuse of players, while pledging to continue to try and hunt down culprits.
What, we worry? Dockers urged to focus on the present
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says they need a shift in mindset as the Dockers deal with a poor opening month in the AFL.
Day, Rohan to challenge AFL dangerous tackle bans
Hawthorn's Will Day and Geelong's Gary Rohan will front the AFL tribunal in a bid to have their respective rough conduct charges downgraded.
Pec injury sidelines Bulldogs NRL star Kikau
Bulldogs star forward Viliame Kikau is facing a lengthy spell out of the NRL after reportedly tearing a pectoral muscle.
Hazara refugees shine in Easter sports competition
Hundreds of Hazara refugees who escaped the Taliban have held an annual sports tournament, which for many players has provided a sense of a home away from home.