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BIG NUMBERS FOR BEN SIMMONS AGAINST NORTH FLORIDA

Hunter-bred basketballer Ben Simmons has reminded the world why he’s tipped to be the NBA’s number one draft pick.
Playing for his college side, Louisiana State, Simmons became the first player since Shaquille O’Neal in 1991 to score 43 points in a game.
“Simmons. Another throw down on the feed from Patterson.”
His passing game was just as impressive, with seven assists.
“Simmons alley-oop. Slam dunk.”
Simmons also had 14 rebounds, five steals and three blocks.

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Mitchell Hughes

Mitchell Hughes started as a tape editor in Newcastle in 1999. He became a reporter in 2004, working in Lismore and on the Gold Coast. Since moving back to the Newcastle office in 2006, he's taken on various roles, such as producer and chief of staff. He became the head sport reporter in 2011 and the main sport presenter in 2015.

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