History repeats as Wildcats fall to Brisbane in OT

Game details

Perth Wildcats 93 defeated by Brisbane Bullets 97

Nissan Arena

Box Score

27 December 2022

Summary

The Perth Wildcats have fallen to Brisbane Bullets for the second consecutive time in OT at Nissan Arena. It was a back-and-forth game from the onset, with Perth leading by as much as 9 points throughout the game. Free-throws cost the visitors in a big way, finishing with just 22/40 at the line. Bryce Cotton managed an equal game-high 30 points, while Nathan Sobey was Brisbane’s best, finishing 30 points and 9 assists.

Reaction

John Rillie shared his thoughts on the game.

“Our offence wasn’t flowing like it has been,” he said.

"And then when you shoot free-throws the way we did tonight it just compounds it.

"Disapointing to get the opportunity to knock down a lot of free-throws, and 22 of 40, that's the game right there."

Player focus

Bryce Cotton finished with 30 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists and 2 steals, his fifth 30-point game of the season.

Next game

Perth Wildcats face Illawarra Hawks on Saturday 31 December, 2:30pm WST tip-off.