Melbourne BBL derby gets its own giant mace

Marcus Stoinis led the Stars to a big win over the Hurricanes and wants to do the same in the derby. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Now that there's a large and colourful trophy on the line, the BBL's Melbourne derby could be set for a return to the halcyon days.

In the 15th season of the competition, the Stars and Renegades will play for the Melbourne Mace, unveiled in weird and wacky scenes at the Fitzroy Town Hall on Friday.