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Bogut back, helps Warriors to victory

Here's a comprehensive list of the highlights of Shane Watson's contributions to Australia's tour of India.

Minneapolis, Minnesota Boomers big man helps Golden State end a four-match losing streak.

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Spurs spoil Nowitzki's season debut

Dirk Nowitzki of the Dallas Mavericks defends against San Antonio Spurs' Tony Parker.

Los Angeles San Antonio Spurs pound German star's Dallas Mavericks by big margin.

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Olympics spurs on Mills in NBA mission

Patty Mills

Chris Dutton He missed out on Olympic Games bling but Patrick Mills and the San Antonio Spurs are on a mission to ''achieve greatness'' and believe they have the firepower to win an NBA championship ring.

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Nuggets strike gold for battle with Thunder

Denver Nuggets' Andre Iguodala (9) and Andre Miller (24) race downcourt on a fast break as Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) follows during the first half of their preseason NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Don Ryan)

Paul Suttor and Paul Zalunardo Oklahoma City Thunder were on the verge of their first NBA title last season, leading 1-0 over Miami in the finals but fell in a heap, losing the next four matches.

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Mills re-signs with Spurs

Patrick Mills during training.

Chris Dutton Patrick Mills hopes being free of the burden of an uncertain future will help propel him to a stellar Olympic Games campaign as he leads the Australian Boomers bid for their first medal.

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Mills settles NBA future with new Spurs deal

Patrick Mills.

By Chris Dutton PATRICK MILLS hopes being free of the burden of an uncertain future will help propel him to a stellar Olympic Games campaign as he leads the Australian Boomers' bid for their first medal.

Mills rejects Chinese accusation of faking injury

Mills rejects Chinese accusation of faking injury

Canberra basketballer Patrick Mills has vehemently defended accusations he has faked a hamstring injury after his Chinese club terminated his lucrative contract.

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Mills keen to be back on court

Chris Dutton Patrick Mills refuses to let a turbulent three months and his uncertain NBA future ''break'' his love of basketball and derail his preparations for the London Olympics.

NBA is Mills' priority despite move to China

Patrick Mills wants to use his stint in China as a stepping stone back to the NBA and to help him become a better leader for Australia's Olympic Games campaign next year.

China best preparation for London, NBA: Mills

Patrick Mills believes playing in China will give him the best chance to be at the ''peak'' of his powers for the London Olympics next year.

A chance to restore NBL's old glory

NBA star PATRICK MILLS shares his thoughts on his return to playing in Australia

Mills studies football leaders before stint in NBL

Mills studies football leaders before stint in NBL

As he prepares to add some ''wow factor'' to the NBL, Patty Mills hopes the opportunity to watch the AFL and NRL in the past month will make him a better player.

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Mills puts skills on show alongside superstar idols

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 14: Patrick Mills of the Tigers looks on during the round two NBL match between the Perth Wildcats and the Melbourne Tigers at Challenge Stadium on October 14, 2011 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Chris Dutton He's the Canberra kid in a team of superstars, but Patrick Mills trumped almost $50 million worth of talent to prove he belongs next to some of the NBA's greatest players.

Mills named best indigenous sportsman

Canberra basketballer Patrick Mills has been recognised as Australia's leading indigenous sportsman at last night's Deadly Awards in Sydney.

Mills at home with Gunners

It's a long way from the glitz and glamour of the NBA, but Patrick Mills insists training with the Canberra Gunners is the perfect way to prepare for his first game in three months.

Mills on NBL roster, Bogut may follow

NBA star Andrew Bogut could join Patty Mills in the National Basketball League this season.

Mills to sign with Melb Tigers

Mills to sign with Melb Tigers

Canberra-bred NBA star and Australian Boomer Patty Mills is expected to sign with the Melbourne tigers this morning.