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A frustrated Dylan Windler.

BasketballCommentsPremiumWildcats lack of individual scoring power is now an issue

Perth Wildcats had no answer to Kendric Davis’ brilliance on Friday night and the team’s decision to sign an even roster without one dominant scorer is proving to be an issue when things go awry.

Craig O'Donoghue

Kendric Davis.

BasketballCommentsPremiumDavis puts Wildcats to the sword to infllct thumping defeat

Perth Wildcats were hoping to make up for their loss to Adelaide on Sunday when they took on Sydney Kings at RAC Arena, but they got blown off their home court by a rampant Kendric Davis.

Craig O'Donoghue

Perth Wildcats coach John Rillie.

BasketballCommentsWildcats coach stands by divisive no-timeout call

Wildcats coach John Rillie chose not to call a timeout to draw up a final play and halt Adelaide’s momentum in last weekend’s disastrous loss - but he says he’d do the same thing again.

Craig O'Donoghue

Perth Wildcats captain Jesse Wagstaff.

BasketballCommentsPremiumWhat Wildcats learnt from Sunday’s horror loss to Adelaide

Perth Wildcats have completed their review into Sunday’s loss to Adelaide and captain Jesse Wagstaff says there is one clear part of their game that needs to improve as a result of the 36ers’ comeback.

Craig O'Donoghue

Kristian Doolittle was a devastated man.

BasketballCommentsPremiumCrunch time without Cotton is killing the Cats this season

Perth Wildcats keep losing close games this season and their inability to find someone to knock down big shots when matches are on the line is becoming a massive problem.

Craig O'Donoghue

Bryce Cotton and Wildcats coach John Rillie shake hands after the game.

BasketballPremium‘Caught me off guard’: Cotton blown away by Red Army love

Bryce Cotton says he was stunned by the tribute he received from fans before his first game against his old club, saying he appreciated every emotional moment.

Craig O'Donoghue

Bryce Cotton celebrates as Kristian Doolittle laments Perth's late-game meltdown.

BasketballCommentsThat’s wild! Bryce declares crazy comeback his best win ever

Bryce Cotton has declared Sunday’s astonishing comeback from 21-points down to beat the Perth Wildcats at RAC Arena the greatest victory he’s ever been part of.

Craig O'Donoghue

Bryce Cotton and the 36ers celebrate.

BasketballCommentsCATastrophe! Perth meltdown helps Cotton’s 36ers pinch win

The Wildcats had a 16-point lead with just over four minutes left, but stalled in horrific fashion from there to leave Bryce Cotton victorious in his first trip back to WA as an opposing player.

Craig O'Donoghue

Bryce Cotton felt the love in his return to Perth.

BasketballComments‘MVP! MVP!’ Red Army’s STIRRING tribute to returning Cotton

Bryce Cotton has received a hero’s welcome from Wildcats fans in his much-anticipated return to Perth. WATCH THE VIDEO

Craig O’Donoghue

Bryce Cotton will play in Perth for the first time since leaving the Wildcats.

BasketballCommentsPremiumCountdown to Bryce o’clock is like nothing we’ve seen before

Anticipation for Bryce Cotton’s return to Perth to play against the Wildcats is through the roof and some of basketball’s biggest names have had their say on what they think will happen in Sunday’s blockbuster.

Craig O'Donoghue

Bryce Cotton will be celebrated.

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Time heals all wounds: All rise for epic Cotton celebration

It has been eight months since we learnt that Bryce Cotton would not be returning to the Perth Wildcats and fans can now put the shock and drama behind them to show the superstar how much they love him.

Craig O'Donoghue

Bryce Cotton is returning to play against the Wildcats.

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
REVEALED: How Wildcats will welcome Bryce back to Perth

In an exclusive chat with The West Australian, Perth Wildcats owner Mark Arena has revealed how the club is planning to welcome their former superstar Bryce Cotton back to RAC Arena.

Craig O'Donoghue

Elijah Pepper in action.

BasketballCommentsPremiumWildcats display title credentials with huge win over United

Perth Wildcats were desperate to prove they can match it with the big dogs of the NBL and they just took down the biggest of the lot with a defining win over ladder leaders Melbourne United.

Craig O'Donoghue

Perth Wildcats coach John Rillie is banking on the vastly increased preparation time for Thursday night’s game against Melbourne United to produce a better performance against the NBL ladder leaders.

BASKETBALLCommentsPremiumWildcats ready for second attempt to topple NBL’s top team

Perth Wildcats coach John Rillie is banking on the vastly increased preparation time for Thursday night’s game against Melbourne United to produce a better performance against the NBL ladder leaders.

Craig O’Donoghue

Former Perth Wildcats star Bryce Cotton.

BasketballCommentsPremiumShould Cats do Bryce pre-game tribute? Doolittle has his say

Former Perth Wildcats captain Damian Martin wants the club to play a special tribute video for Bryce Cotton just before tip-off on Sunday, so how would the players feel? Kristian Doolittle gives his thoughts.

Craig O'Donoghue

Bryce Cotton is revered by Perth Wildcats fans.

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
Damian Martin’s epic idea for Bryce Cotton tribute on Sunday

Anticipation is building for Bryce Cotton’s return to RAC Arena to face the Perth Wildcats on Sunday, and ex-captain Damian Martin has an incredible suggestion for how the club and fans should treat him.

Craig O'Donoghue

John Rillie isn’t happy.

BasketballCommentsPremiumRillie fumes at crucial non call when game was on the line

Perth Wildcats coach John Rillie has called out a key play inside the last two minutes of his team’s loss to Melbourne United, saying he can’t accept the number of times incorrect decisions are costing his team

Craig O'Donoghue

Harry Pinner with Jo Lual-Acuil’s shoes.

BasketballCommentsPremiumBest day ever! JLA gives away his shoes in the first quarter

Perth Wildcats star Jo Lual-Acuil Jr gave a nine-year-old child the shock of his life on Friday night when he gave away his shoes just minutes into the first quarter against Tasmania JackJumpers at RAC Arena.

Craig O'Donoghue

David Duke jnr.

BasketballCommentsPremiumSetting a NBA standard: Duke claims another massive scalp

Perth Wildcats import David Duke is taking on the opposition’s best player every week and excelling despite only recently arriving in Australia, and he was pivotal in Friday nights win over Tasmania.

Craig O'Donoghue

Allen Iverson is coming to Perth for HoopsFest.

BasketballCommentsThe basketball LEGEND who’s heading to WA for HoopsFest

One of the most popular NBA players this century is heading to Perth in January to be an ambassador for HoopsFest. Get the details here!

Craig O'Donoghue

Jo Lual-Acuil Jr and Kristian Doolittle.

BasketballCommentsPremiumWildcats bigs ready to impose themselves on injured Tassie

Perth Wildcats will have a clear size advantage against Tasmania JackJumpers on Friday night, and the question will be whether or not they can use that to claim victory.

Craig O'Donoghue

Noa Kouakou-Hegue will remain a Wildcat.

BasketballVideoCommentsPremiumStaying Put: Wildcats’ Next Star returns as dispute ends

Perth Wildcats Next Star Noa Kouakou-Heugue has returned to training and will remain with the club after his attempt to end his contract and return home fell apart.

Craig O'Donoghue

Noa Kouakou-Heugue is involved in a stand off with the club.

BasketballCommentsPremiumStill no sign of Wildcats Next Star amid contractual dispute

French Next Star Noa Kouakou-Heugue has made it clear he wants to leave the Perth Wildcats despite being under contract, and hasn’t been seen for nearly two weeks. So what do the players think of the drama?

Craig O'Donoghue

Wildcats coach John Rillie.

BasketballCommentsPremiumRillie returns to Boomers fold

Wildcats coach John Rillie is set to return to the Australian Boomers coaching staff for this month’s World Cup Asian Qualifiers.

James Palumbo