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Ben Henshall in action.

BasketballVideoCommentsPremiumCollege bound? Wildcats bracing for Henshall to leave for US

Perth Wildcats could lose star Ben Henshall to the US college system despite being ruled ineligible last year, and the Red Army should prepare for multiple players to chase the cash on offer in America.

Craig O'Donoghue

Bryce Cotton takes selfies with Perth Wildcats fans.

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Wildcats boss explains full reasons behind Cotton’s exit

It’s been almost 12 months since Bryce Cotton stunned everyone by signing with the Adelaide 36ers, and now the Perth Wildcats have gone into detail about their decision to let him depart on The West Sport Show.

Craig O'Donoghue

Patty Mills

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Will Aussie icon play for Wildcats? Mills provides answer

The thought of Australian basketball icon Patty Mills returning to Australia to play for the Perth Wildcats has fans feeling extremely excited. So what are the chances of it happening?

Craig O'Donoghue

Elijah Pepper

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Pepper eyes off change in role after returning to Wildcats

Perth Wildcats star Elijah Pepper has committed to another two years with the club and he’s got his eyes on a new role which would see him become even more valuable into the future.

Craig O'Donoghue

Jesse Wagstaff will play again next season.

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Why I’m playing into my 40s: Wagstaff explains contract call

Perth Wildcats captain Jesse Wagstaff just keeps defying his age and will play again next season despite turning 40 later this month. Wagstaff has now explained just how he keeps playing well.

Craig O'Donoghue

Sunday Dech guards Bryce Cotton.

BasketballCommentsWildcats quick to make roster moves ahead of NBL free agency

NBL free agency opens on Friday, and the Perth Wildcats have made a call that will allow them to make some important changes to their roster.

Craig O'Donoghue

Former Perth Wildcat Ollie Hayes-Brown is in the mix for an AFL debut with Richmond.

AFLCommentsThat’s WILD! Ex-Perth basketballer in frame to face Dockers

A former Perth Wildcats basketballer who switched to footy less than three years ago is in the frame for an AFL baptism of fire, with a potential debut looming against Fremantle’s formidable ruck duo.

Josh Kempton

Perth Wildcats were knocked out in the semifinals.

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‘Clearly we have to address that’: Wildcats make roster vow

Perth Wildcats were knocked out in the NBL semifinals and they will now spend the off-season trying to fix one of the most glaring weaknesses in their roster.

Craig O'Donoghue

Jesse Wagstaff has remained coy on his future.

BasketballComments‘Discussion for later’: Wagstaff coy on Wildcats future

Perth Wildcats legend Jesse Wagstaff turned down a chance to confirm he would return for an 18th NBL campaign in the wake of his side’s season-ending semifinal loss to Sydney Kings.

Josh Kempton

The Wildcats’ season has ended in the semifinals for the third year running.

BasketballRillie: Wildcats on the up despite another semifinal exit

Perth Wildcats coach John Rillie has no doubt his side are making progress in their journey towards championship contention, despite their season ending in the semifinals for the third year running.

Josh Kempton

Perth Wildcats have been knocked out of the NBL finals.

BasketballCommentsWildcats eliminated as Kings sweep semifinal series

Another Perth Wildcats season has come to an end in the semifinals, with Sydney Kings notching a 14-point victory at RAC Arena to secure a clean sweep of their series.

Josh Kempton

Dylan Windler has been ruled out of Saturday night’s must-win semifinal.

BasketballCommentsFormer star makes big call on injured Windler’s replacement

Dylan Windler has been ruled out of Perth Wildcats’ must-win semifinal against the Sydney Kings on Saturday and an NBL star has had his say on who should receive more responsibility in his place.

Craig O’Donoghue & Josh Kempton

John Rillie and the Wildcats were edged out in Game 1.

BasketballCommentsLegendary coach has his say on Rillie’s ‘no time-out’ policy

Wildcats coach John Rillie once again raised eyebrows among fans by not calling a time-out to draw up a play late in their play-off loss to Sydney. Kings coach Brian Goorjian reveals his thoughts on the tactic.

Craig O'Donoghue

Dylan Windler

BasketballCommentsPremiumWindler injury a savage blow as Cats lose semifinal thriller

Perth Wildcats suffered a heartbreaking loss to Sydney Kings on Wednesday night and they may have lost import Dylan Windler for the next game too after he suffered an injury during the final play.

Craig O'Donoghue

David Duke in action.

BasketballCommentsPremiumDavid Duke targets the “head of the snake” in Kings battle

Perth Wildcats star David Duke understand what his defensive assignment will be against Sydney Kings and he’s determined to cut off the head of the snake in the semifinal battle.

Craig O'Donoghue

Perth Wildcats are the only semfinalist without a dominant scorer this season.

BasketballCommentsPremiumWildcats’ roster tactics get ultimate test during play-offs

Perth Wildcats are the only semfinalist without a dominant scorer this season, but that’s exactly how they wanted it to be when they signed their squad. Now they’ll find out if that gives them a finals edge.

Craig O'Donoghue

Perth Wildcats coach John Rillie.

BasketballCommentsPut some respect on Rillie’s name, demands star Wildcat

Perth Wildcats will play in their third consecutive semifinal series under coach John Rillie, but he continues to receive criticism. One of his biggest stars wants everyone to recognise what he’s doing.

Craig O'Donoghue

Jo Lual-Acuil

BasketballCommentsPremiumCandid JLA reveals inspiration behind match-winning effort

Perth Wildcats have won through to the semifinals after Jo Lual-Acuil produced a massive game against Melbourne United and he was extremely open about what led to his brilliance.

Craig O'Donoghue

David Duke.

BasketballCommentsPremiumTime for Duke to return to starting five? JR makes the call

Perth Wildcats struggled to handle the pressure South East Melbourne applied to ball handlers on Wednesday, so is it time to put David Duke back into the starting five? Coach John Rillie provides his answer.

Craig O'Donoghue

Perth Wildcats got thrashed.

BasketballCommentsPremiumGood old fashioned butt kicking: Cats coach pulls no punches

Perth Wildcats got blown off the court by South East Melbourne Phoenix on Wednesday night and coach John Rillie wasn’t about to give his players excuses for the way they performed on the finals stage.

Craig O'Donoghue

Perth Wildcats will face South East Melbourne Phoenix on Wednesday night.

BasketballCommentsPremiumGive him the ball! Wildcats urged to make star a priority

Perth Wildcats will play South East Melbourne Phoenix on Wednesday for the right to advance to the NBL semifinals and one expert has made it clear that their road to victory rests in one man’s hands.

Craig O'Donoghue

Brittany Bown & Nic Natanui, Kristian & Mackie Doolittle and Kate Rafferty & Amelia Bath.

SEE THE PICSCamera IconPremiumGlitz and glam as Wildcats stars celebrate awards night

Perth Wildcats fans packed into Crown Ballroom on Saturday night to celebrate their season and pay tribute to import Kristian Doolittle.

Craig O'Donoghue

Dylan Windler looms large for Perth in the postseason.

BasketballCommentsPremiumWildcats banged up heading into crunch postseason clash

Perth Wildcats import Dylan Windler has revealed he spent the last rounds of the season playing a with a significant foot injury, while a key teammate may be missing in action for Wednesday’s seeding qualifier.

Craig O'Donoghue

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 13: Kristian Doolittle of the Wildcats drives to the key during the round 21 NBL match between Perth Wildcats and Brisbane Bullets at RAC Arena, on February 13, 2026, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

BasketballCommentsDoolittle has done plenty - and now he’s Wildcats’ MVP

Perth Wildcats import Kristian Doolittle’s superb season was recognised on Saturday night when he won the Gordon Ellis Medal as the club’s Most Valuable Player.

Craig O'Donoghue