‘Incredibly special’: Why Joe Ingles has joined Melbourne United (not for print on Monday)
Joe Ingles has signed a two-year contract with Melbourne United after ending his NBA career. The veteran player expressed excitement about the opportunity to contribute both on the court and as a leader. He emphasized the importance of team culture and professionalism at Melbourne United, which aligns with his values.
- ▪Joe Ingles has concluded his 12-year NBA career and will play for Melbourne United in the NBL.
- ▪He chose Melbourne United over other contenders like the Adelaide 36ers and South East Melbourne Phoenix.
- ▪Ingles aims to impact the team through leadership and performance, focusing on collective success rather than individual accolades.
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| Original publisher | The Sydney Morning Herald |
| Canonical URL | https://www.smh.com.au/sport/basketball/incredibly-special-why-joe-ingles-has-joined-melbourne-united-not-for-print-on-monday-20260518-p5zyey.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed |
| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 08:00:00 +1000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-18T22:04:56.986Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-18T22:04:56.986Z |
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