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Elijah Pepper.

BasketballCommentsPremiumThis is why we backed them: JR lauds efforts of younger guys

Perth Wildcats made a big call to back their youngsters instead of signing a replacement player and coach John Rillie says the team is seeing the benefits of them now having confidence.

Craig O'Donoghue

MVP contender Mackenzie Holmes grabbed 28 points and 15 rebounds in the Venom's victory. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

BasketballPremiumAmericans on fire as Geelong deal finals blow to Flames

The Sydney Flames' WNBL finals hopes are hanging by a thread after Geelong produced a dominant display to defeat the side courtesy of some American heroics.

Sebastian Tan

Perth Wildcats have decided against signing a replacement player.

BasketballCommentsPremiumPerth Wildcats make their call on import injury replacement

Perth Wildcats had until 6.30pm to sign a replacement player for injured import David Duke junior or spend the remainder of the season with their current roster. They’ve made that decision.

Craig O'Donoghue

Victor Wembamyama was sporting a shaved head as he went up against Giannis Antetokounmpo. (AP PHOTO)

BasketballPremiumWemby's new look comes with change of fortune

Victor Wembamyama wanted a fresh start after two frustrating losses. He had his head shaved and got a win.

Staff Writers

New Zealand Breaker star Karim Lopez.

BasketballCommentsPremiumNBL or college cash? How league is taking on mega NIL dreams

Fifteen NBA clubs are in Perth watching NBL games at HoopsFest and while the money available play in US colleges is massive, the league believes youngsters will still value development over dollars

Craig O'Donoghue

Sydney Kings' Kouat Noi put on a show for a watching NBA legend as his side beat Brisbane Bullets. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)

BasketballPremiumNoi impresses NBA legend as Kings down Bullets in Perth

Kouat Noi and Kendric Davis have combined for 47 points to lead the Sydney Kings to a 15-point NBL win over Brisbane in Perth.

Justin Chadwick

Han Xu was angry in Perth Lynx’s win over Bendigo Spirit.

BasketballPremiumProtect Han Xu or stars won’t play in the league: Lynx coach

Perth Lynx coach Ryan Petrik has launched a passionate plea for protection after his superstar Han Xu received a barrage of physical attention during his team’s stunning win over Bendigo Spirit.

Craig O'Donoghue

Ally Wilson's sharpshooting ensured Perth Lynx rallied to defeat Bendigo Spirit. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)

BasketballPremiumWilson shoots lights out as Lynx take down Bendigo

The race to finish in top spot on the WNBL ladder is set to go down to the wire after the Perth Lynx toppled Bendigo from first spot with an inspired comeback.

Justin Chadwick

Perth Lynx have taken down another WNBL championship contender in Bendigo Spirit.

BasketballCommentsPremiumTop spot in Lynx sights after stunning fightback win

Perth Lynx have produced a remarkable come from behind victory to beat ladder leaders Bendigo, opening the door for them to take top spot and guarantee themselves a finals berth.

Craig O'Donoghue

Allen Iverson is in Perth.

BasketballCommentsPremiumIt’d be ugly! Iverson’s call on how much he’d dominate today

Former NBA superstar Allen Iverson has chuckled and made it clear he would tear modern basketball games apart as he paid tribute to five-time NBL MVP Bryce Cotton.

Craig O'Donoghue

Jaron Rillie’s season is likely over.

BasketballCommentsPremiumRillie’s season over as Wildcats linked to NBA veteran

Perth Wildcats guard Jaron Rillie is unlikely to play again this season after having surgery to fix a torn hamstring tendon, as the team circles an NBA veteran.

Craig O'Donoghue

Aussie star and Indiana Pacers guard Johnny Furphy has posted his first double-double in the NBA. (AP PHOTO)

BasketballPremiumNBA career first for Aussie Furphy in Pacers' home loss

Australian guard Johnny Furphy had a night to remember despite Indiana going down at home to Toronto, posting the first double-double of his NBA career.

Shayne Hope

Kelsey Griffin has been outstanding for the Spirit, averaging a double-double per game this season. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)

BasketballPremiumSpirit-ual leader focuses on future over title success

Kelsey Griffin has been instrumental for the Bendigo Spirit this season, and one reason is because she's not concentrating on winning a WNBL title.

Sebastian Tan

Perth Lynx star Alex Ciabattoni.

BasketballCommentsPremiumChibba’s lionhearted path to motherhood and 150 WNBL games

Perth Lynx star Alex Ciabattoni was happy to retire when she stepped away from the sport to have a baby, but now she’s in career best form ahead of her 150th game.

Craig O'Donoghue

Allen Iverson has landed in Perth.

BasketballCommentsPremiumEx-NBA heavyweight Iverson lands in Perth for HoopsFest

Former NBA superstar Allen Iverson has landed in Perth for HoopsFest and will attract enormous attention throughout the week. SEE THE PICS

Craig O'Donoghue

Perth Lynx’s Alex Ciabattoni, Brisbane Bullets’ Alex Ducas, Sydney Kings’ Kouat Noi, and Bendigo Spirit’s Isobel Borlase pictured at RAC Arena.

BasketballCommentsPremiumMore double-headers on the cards for NBL and WNBL

HoopsFest will see both NBL and WNBL matches being played as double-headers at RAC Arena this weekend and that type of fixturing could become a regular part of the season in the future.

Craig O'Donoghue

Perth Wildcats General Manager Danny Mills talks with coach John Rillie.

BasketballCommentsPremiumTicking clock: Wildcats’ import search goes down to the wire

Perth Wildcats are scouring the world for an injury replacement for David Duke junior and the urgency was obvious at training on Wednesday as key officials were involved in crucial discussions.

Craig O'Donoghue

Oklahoma guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hit 34 points as the Thunder downed the Spurs in the NBA. (AP PHOTO)

BasketballPremiumThunder finally find a way past the Spurs

A big game from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has helped Oklahoma City beat San Antonio for the first time this NBA season.

John Salvado

James Harden squeezes between Sion James and Tre Mann in the Clippers' win over Charlotte. (AP PHOTO)

BasketballClippers streak away from Hornets on milestone night

James Harden passed Shaquille O'Neal for ninth place on the NBA's all-time scoring list, as the LA Clippers beat Charlotte Hornets 117-109.

Staff Writers

A future NBL game could be played at Rottnest Island

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
BasketballCommentsPremium
The West Australian exclusive
HoopsFest at Rotto? NBL investigating epic game locations

Could you imagine a basketball game at Rottnest Island or on Scarborough Beach or in Margaret River? It could happen if a bold plan from the NBL comes to fruition for future HoopsFest weekends.

Craig O'Donoghue

Troy Brown has left the Adelaide 36ers to return home to the US. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

BasketballPremiumImport Troy Brown leaves NBL's 36ers

The ladder-leading Adelaide 36ers will go to market for a new import after agreeing to release Troy Brown from his contract.

Jasper Bruce

Jock Landale (left) was a key contributor at both ends for Memphis against Brooklyn. (AP PHOTO)

BasketballPremiumAussie duo Landale and Daniels step up in NBA

Australian centre Jock Landale has come up big for Memphis in their NBA win over the Brooklyn Nets.

John Salvado

It is unclear how long Matthew Dellavedova will be out after he suffered another head knock. (Mark Evans/AAP PHOTOS)

BasketballPremiumDelly doubt with Sydney Kings' NBL title hopes on line

Sydney face a nervous wait to learn the extent of damage from Matthew Dellavedova's latest head knock as an injury crisis threatens their NBL title hopes.

Shayne Hope

A head knock to Matthew Dellavedova has soured Sydney's thrilling win over Melbourne United. (Mark Kolbe/AAP PHOTOS)

BasketballPremiumDelly hurt as emotion-charged Kings hold off United

The Sydney Kings have leapfrogged Melbourne United into third place on the NBL ladder, beating their rivals despite losing Matthew Dellavedova to injury.

Shayne Hope