Nine Australians are set to feature in the NBA this season, with Josh Giddey leading the country’s contingent and Ben Simmons ruled out through injury.
Giddey headlines the group as attention turns to the new campaign, while Simmons will be absent because of his fitness setback.
The nine-player Australian contingent will provide a significant presence in the NBA this season, although Simmons’ injury means he will not take part.
