City of Moreton Bay and the Brisbane Bullets are calling on residents to nominate people who make a difference in local sport. The Community Hero initiative recognises coaches, volunteers and everyday champions who go above and beyond. Two finalists will each receive four game tickets and a half-time shout-out. The major winner will receive a courtside box experience for four, food and drinks, a signed jersey and an on-court thank you. Nominations close at 11:59pm on Sunday 22 November.
Trae Young, known for his prolific three-point shooting, has struggled with accuracy this season, shooting under 40 percent from the field and just over 30 percent from beyond the arc. Despite these shooting woes, the Wizards point guard has been instrumental in Washington's early-season success, leading the league in assists (11.3 per game) and ranking highly in points created (47.7 per game) and rim assists (7.0). Young's low turnover rate (2.3 per game) and playmaking ability have been crucial for the 2-1 Wizards, who are looking to climb the Eastern Conference standings.
Orlando Magic players Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs will miss several weeks due to ankle and knee injuries. Anthony Black, a key player, is expected to take on a larger role in their absence. Black has shown improvement in recent games, scoring 18 points in a win over the Knicks. His performance could impact his future contract negotiations as a restricted free agent.
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Indiana Pacers centre Ivica Zubac sprained his left ankle after stepping on Kelly Oubre Jr.'s foot during a game against the Brooklyn Nets. Zubac left the arena on crutches, but X-rays showed no break. Coach Rick Carlisle said Zubac is unlikely to play in the next game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Jay Huff may start in Zubac's place while he recovers.
Ty Jerome leads the NBA in scoring after three games, averaging 34.7 points. The 6-foot-5 guard's performance has surprised many, as he was not ranked in the top 100 by ESPN, CBS Sports, or The Ringer. Jerome's best season came in 2024-25 with the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he averaged 12.5 points and finished third in Sixth Man of the Year voting. His current success is attributed to increased attempts at floaters, 3-pointers, and pick-and-roll possessions.
Former point guard Jeff Teague has said Victor Wembanyama is overrated, though he still views him as one of the league's good players. Teague said Wembanyama is a top-10 player rather than the league's best. His view follows a slow start to the 2026-27 season, including a missed game-winning layup against the Houston Rockets. Wembanyama reached the NBA Finals last year after beating the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals. Teague's comments were made in the media, and the season is still early.
Isaac Humphries says he is sad that his retirement from the Adelaide 36ers leaves basketball without an active openly gay player. The former National Basketball League co-captain retired because of a continuing knee injury and now holds a non-playing role with the club. Humphries said he was the only openly gay active player in the world during his playing career. He said he wanted to help others after coming out publicly in 2022, and described receiving messages from young people he had helped.
Oklahoma City Thunder player Jalen Williams was stretchered off the court after suffering a serious lower-leg injury during a game against the Clippers. The injury occurred during an awkward landing while attempting a basket. Coach Mark Daigneault described the incident as tough, and teammate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander expressed sympathy for Williams. The extent of Williams' injury and his potential return timeline remain undetermined.
Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels has emerged as a defensive force in the NBA's early season, leading the league with 12 steals across two games. His relentless perimeter defense has disrupted opposing teams, contributing to Atlanta's 2-0 start. Daniels' ability to create turnovers and transition opportunities has made him a key player for the Hawks. He recorded five steals in the season opener against Orlando and seven more in a dominant win over Charlotte. Daniels' defensive prowess is positioning him as a potential All-Defensive team selection.
Geelong Venom beat Melbourne Southside Flyers 74-69 on Saturday in front of a sold-out Microkeeper Arena and their largest crowd. Chinese import Han Xu made her debut for Geelong and scored 16 points with eight rebounds. The team was already short-handed, with Bec Cole ruled out by a lower leg issue and Maddy Rocci pulled hours before tip-off with a foot problem. Lilly Rotunno stepped in and dominated, and Geelong pulled away with a 13-0 run late in the second quarter.
Detroit Pistons centre Jalen Duren is expected to miss the next few weeks after suffering a right hamstring strain in a game against the Miami Heat. The team says he will be sidelined for at least two weeks, and the medical staff will re-evaluate the hamstring in two weeks before deciding next steps. Duren was already ruled out for Sunday's game. The Pistons will not rush his return. Typically, this injury costs players two to three weeks, around eight regular season games. Forwards John Collins and centre Paul Reed will help cover his role.
Naz Reid has quickly proven his value to the Charlotte Hornets, averaging 20 points and 8.7 rebounds in his first three games. The veteran forward scored 23 points and grabbed nine rebounds in a win over the Miami Heat. Reid is also providing leadership, helping the young team prepare for the playoffs. His performance has been crucial as the Hornets look to replace the offensive production of LaMelo Ball, who was traded earlier.
The Miami Heat have started the season 0-3 after losing all three games, two of them by double-digit margins. Giannis Antetokounmpo has been among the team's standouts, scoring 71 points across the first two games. Against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday, he scored 14 points before fouling out. Head coach Erik Spoelstra said the team lacks inspiration. Antetokounmpo said the team needs a jolt. The Heat face the Dallas Mavericks at home on Monday, seeking their first win.
Golden State edged Atlanta 67-62 in a low-scoring Game 4 to level the WNBA Finals at two games apiece. Gabby Williams led all scorers with 17 points for the Valkyries, while Tiffany Hayes and Veronica Burton added 13 each despite the team making just four of 25 three-point attempts. Atlanta's Rhyne Howard top-scored for the Dream with 19, and Australia's Izzy Borlase contributed 10. Angel Reese was held to eight points and Allisha Gray to five. Golden State led by 16 at half-time and held on after Atlanta closed the gap late in the fourth quarter.
Adelaide 36ers centre Isaac Humphries has retired from professional basketball at age 28 because of a persistent knee injury. He said the decision was not his to make, as he could not change anything medically. In 2022, while playing for Melbourne United, Humphries became the first male NBL player to publicly reveal he is gay. He said coming out is his proudest achievement and that his legacy will remain. Humphries will stay with the club in a non-playing role, and a celebration of his career will take place in December.
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Washington Wizards fans will have to wait longer to see rookie sensation AJ Dybantsa in action. The first overall pick remains sidelined with a left ankle sprain, ruling him out of Saturday's game against the Bulls. Dybantsa, who has yet to make his NBA debut, injured his ankle during the team's final preseason match. Despite this setback, head coach Brian Keefe maintains the 19-year-old is progressing well. The Wizards' roster also includes Trae Young, Anthony Davis and Kyshawn George, with high hopes for the upcoming season.
Mitchell Robinson, who now plays for the Celtics, has explained why he did not watch the Knicks' banner-raising ceremony. Speaking to Amazon Prime Video's Cassidy Hubbarth before a game against his former team, Robinson said he did not have cable. He added that he had just returned from Detroit and did not have the channels on his phone. The Celtics beat the Knicks on Friday, leaving New York 0-2 to start the season.
Cooper Flagg left Friday's game against the Pacers after a Flagrant 1 foul by Aaron Nesmith sparked a bench-clearing brawl. The Mavericks ruled their rookie guard out with shoulder soreness, a recurring issue. Flagg contributed 14 points, five rebounds and six assists in 17 minutes before exiting. Dallas maintained a comfortable lead despite the incident. Nesmith and Naji Marshall received technical fouls during the altercation.
The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles under 14 girls basketball team has been ranked the top New South Wales team at the National Club Championships. The team played in the Shield Division at the tournament in Willetton, Western Australia, in October. It is the third straight year the Manly club has had an under 14 team reach the championship. Coach Wayne Nicholls said the qualification reflected years of dedication. The team's under 16 side also finished runners-up at the National Classic in Melbourne over the King's Birthday long weekend.
The New York Knicks sent employees a fake email offering free championship rings as part of a phishing test. The email showed two ring designs and asked recipients to choose one. The team has not confirmed how many employees clicked the link or if any will receive rings. Meanwhile, assistant coaches were given empty boxes during the ring ceremony, with rings to be delivered later.
