DrinkWise Preview: Round 5 - Wildcats vs SEM Phoenix

Who: Perth Wildcats vs SEM Phoenix

When: 6:30pmpm WST Friday 28 October

Where: RAC Arena

Watch: Live on ESPN via Kayo or Foxtel

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Context

The Perth Wildcats will be looking to put their last game behind them and bounce back in a big way when they take on SEM Phoenix in The Jungle on Friday night. After starting the season strong with three-straight wins, the Wildcats have dropped their last two consecutive games, while also dropping to fifth on the ladder. SEM Phoenix have won their last two games and will be wanting to keep their winning momentum rolling.

Pre-game words

John Rillie on the match-up with Phoenix.

“Phoenix have got some of their higher profile players back,” he said.

“I think they’re maybe the most experienced NBA level roster in the NBL.

“They’re a little like us, different guys coming in and out so they’re figuring out who they are, but from a talent standpoint they’re very dangerous.”

Roster Availability

Kyle Zunic will be a game-time decision.

Opponents to watch out for

Mitch Creek comes off a 31-point, 7 rebound game against the Bullets last round and will be looking to continue his fiery form.

Last time they met

The Perth Wildcats last met SEM in the final game of last season and were defeated 100-102. The loss knocked the Wildcats out of the finals for the first time in 35 years. Bryce Cotton was a standout for Perth, finishing with a game-high 28 points and 8 assists. Xavier Munford was SEM’s best, managing 24 points and 10 assists.