Surge in imports bill pushes trade deficit to 6-month high of $31.98 bn

Australian U-19 all-rounder Neel Patel, who has Indian roots, is relishing the opportunity to tour India. From balcony cricket with his grandfather to representing Australia, Patel speaks about his evolving batting, love for off-spin and his plans to adapt to India’s heat, spin and challenging conditions.

Jonathan Kuminga remains an unrestricted free agent more than a month into the process, with the Lakers still eyeing a sign-and-trade after Atlanta declined his $24.3 million option. Talks have stalled over money, with Kuminga seeking $14-16 million against L.A.’s roughly $10 million offer. Rui Hachimura’s limited role after leaving the Lakers raises questions about…

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