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51
Odds
Intelligence
Standings
Prediction
Team
Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
Total
Perth Wildcats
18
26
21
27
92
lllawarra Hawks
13
24
21
29
87
Perth Wildcats
lllawarra Hawks
2 points
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3 points
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Free Throws
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Free Throws Rate
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Foul
0
0
Ended92 - 87
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Match Info
The Perth Wildcats held off a late charge from the Illawarra Hawks to win 92-87 on January 16, 2026. In a gritty contest, Perth's veteran core made the necessary plays down the stretch to secure a hard-earned home victory. The Wildcats controlled much of the game, establishing a lead that stretched to 15 points in the third quarter. However, the young Hawks refused to quit, mounting a furious comeback in the final period behind energetic full-court pressure. Perth's composure was tested, but they responded with clutch free-throw shooting and a key defensive stop in the final minute to seal the win. The result kept Perth firmly in the hunt for a top-two finish, while Illawarra's fighting spirit in defeat offered positives for their development. Wildcats coach praised his team's ability to close out a tough game, and the Hawks' coach commended his players' never-say-die attitude. Perth's starting lineup provided balanced scoring to overcome a stellar individual performance from an Illawarra guard.


