Brook Lopez (right) of the USA sits on the bench during the Pre-FIBA World Cup series match between Canada and the USA at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney

Lopez considers NBL after rousing Sydney reception

NBA star Brook Lopez might have been bullied him into a career move to the NBL after his rousing reception in Sydney.

KD and Kyrie Irving have joined the Brooklyn Nets

How Aussie's odd habit infiltrated NBA superteam

The Brooklyn Nets might have an Aussie NBA star to thank for an odd pre-game ritual that's caught on in the locker room.

Boomers humbled in shock upset

Australia was dealt a reality check in losing to Canada in Perth with coach Andrej Lemanis saying his team needs to find its identity.