Simmons and Baynes lead Australian hopes into new NBA season

Australian basketball is going from strength to strength with a record-equalling contingent to start their campaigns this week

The mood at suburban basketball courts across Australian is buoyant. With ongoing investment from Larry Kestelman and the recent arrival of Andrew Bogut, the domestic National Basketball League is resurgent. Two weeks ago the Liz Cambage-led Opals claimed the silver medal at the Fiba World Cup. And when the NBA begins across the Pacific on Wednesday (AEST), nine Australians will grace team rosters – several with legitimate hopes of challenging for a championship ring.

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