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SIMMONS LEADS LSU TO TOP OF SOUTH EASTERN CONFERENCE

Hunter-bred basketballer Ben Simmons has helped his US college side Louisiana State to the top of the South Eastern Conference, thanks to an 11-point win over Mississippi State.

The 19-year-old showed he’s not just an offensive threat.

He finished the night with nine rebounds, seven assists and 16 points.

Post-game, Simmons said he was happy to let some of his teammates take the spotlight.

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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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