State of play on every Western Conference and Eastern Conference team, playoff picture, bracket, records

[ad_1] The NBA playoffs are just over a month away and while the Boston Celtics are clear frontrunners in the East, there is a three-way tussle for supremacy over in the West. Here foxsports.com.au breaks down where every NBA team finds itself ahead of the run home, placing them into four tiers — contenders, dark … Read more

Dyson Daniels suffers injury as Thunder face big call on Josh Giddey, Australians playing in the NBA, Ben Simmons

[ad_1] The NBA trade deadline has passed and while no Australians are on the move, there were some key calls made by their respective teams that could have a flow-on effect. From Josh Giddey’s post-season minutes at OKC to Jock Landale’s future in Houston and a crushing injury blow for Dyson Daniels — the latest … Read more

Ben Simmons response to Philadelphia 76ers fans booing him, hostile environment, latest news

[ad_1] It was just a one-game scare for Ben Simmons after all. The Nets star returned in Sunday’s 136-121 win against the 76ers after missing Thursday’s game due to a left knee contusion (all times AEDT). In 14 minutes, Simmons recorded nine rebounds and five assists while not attempting a shot. He was also booed … Read more

Ben Simmons knee injury, latest news, updates, Brooklyn Nets v Philadelphia 76ers

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 29: Ben Simmons #10 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on during a timeout during the first half against the Utah Jazz at Barclays Center on January 29, 2024 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. 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. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

[ad_1] Brooklyn and Ben Simmons have avoided another injury setback. Sources told The New The Post that Simmons is expected to be available for Sunday’s tilt in Philadelphia (all times AEDT) against his former 76ers squad after his late scratch from Thursday’s loss to Phoenix raised alarms of another lengthy lay-off. Simmons had missed nearly … Read more

Damian Lillard loved in return to Portland but Kevin Durant baffled by Brooklyn tribute

Damian Lillard and Kevin Durant returned to face old teams on Thursday.

[ad_1] In sports, like in life, there are heartfelt returns to a place you once loved and still do… and then there are the returns you’re not so keen on. Both were on display in the NBA on Thursday as Damian Lillard made his long-awaited return to Portland as a Milwaukee Buck, while Kevin Durant … Read more

Ben Simmons downgraded to questionable for Brooklyn Nets against Phoenix Suns, knee injury, fall video

[ad_1] Ben Simmons’ availability for Thursday’s game against the Phoenix Suns is clouded, with the Brooklyn Nets downgrading the Australian to questionable due to a left knee contusion. The Nets had initially listed Simmons as probable for the game, although the three-time All-Star fell awkwardly after a block on what turned out to be his … Read more