The Perth Redbacks outlasted the Perry Lake Eagle in a high-scoring NBL1 West clash on July 4, 2026, securing a 117-108 victory at their home court. The game was a showcase of offensive firepower, with both teams trading baskets deep into the fourth quarter before the Redbacks pulled away with a decisive late run.

Match Overview

From the first quarter, it was clear this would be an up-tempo affair. Perry Lake Eagle came out aggressive, hitting 60% of their field goals in the opening period to take a 32-28 lead. The Redbacks, however, responded with a 36-point second quarter, fueled by their bench unit's energy and sharp three-point shooting. At halftime, the Redbacks held a slim 64-60 advantage.

The third quarter saw Perry Lake Eagle mount a comeback, tying the game at 84-84 with one quarter to play. The visitors' backcourt duo combined for 18 points in the period, keeping their team within striking distance.

Key Moments

• Second-half adjustments: Redbacks head coach tightened the defense in the paint, forcing Perry Lake Eagle into contested mid-range shots. This shift slowed the visitors' rhythm and allowed the Redbacks to build a six-point lead midway through the fourth.
• Clutch shooting: With 4:30 left and the score 100-99 in favor of the Redbacks, the home team's shooting guard drained two consecutive three-pointers in a span of 45 seconds, stretching the lead to seven and forcing a Perry Lake timeout.
• Free throw finish: In the final two minutes, the Redbacks made 8 of 10 free throws to seal the game, while the Eagles struggled from the line, shooting just 4-of-8 in the same stretch.

Standout Players

For Perth Redbacks: The leading scorer posted 34 points and 10 assists, recording a double-double with efficient 13-of-21 shooting. His ability to score from all three levels kept the Perry Lake defense off-balance throughout the night.

For Perry Lake Eagle: The team’s power forward had a monster game with 28 points and 14 rebounds, but foul trouble limited him to just 28 minutes. When he was on the floor, the Eagles were +8; when he sat, they struggled to contain the Redbacks’ inside game.

Season Impact

The win improves the Redbacks to 11-4, keeping them firmly in second place in the NBL1 West standings. Perry Lake Eagle drops to 7-8, falling to eighth place — still in playoff contention but needing to tighten their defense after allowing 117 points. For the Redbacks, this victory extends their home winning streak to six games, reinforcing their status as one of the league’s toughest teams to beat on their own floor.