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How an NBA legend’s ‘superpower’ has shaped Melbourne United’s new coach

18 Sept 2026 08:00 AEST Summary

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Ahead of the fresh NBL season tipping off, Melbourne United’s new coach Jacob Chance opens up in his indoctrination into the famous ‘Spurs way’. Plus, check out how your team looks in our club-by-club wrap.

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Niral Score 10.6 mundaneloaded

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The Age How an NBA legend’s ‘superpower’ has shaped Melbourne United’s new coach Niral 10.6 political 0 Brisbane Times How an NBA legend’s ‘superpower’ has shaped Melbourne United’s new coach Niral 10.6 political 0 WAtoday How an NBA legend’s ‘superpower’ has shaped Melbourne United’s new coach Niral 10.6 political 0