South East Melbourne remains unbeaten in four games at home this NBL season after outlasting the Perth Wildcats. Nathan Sobey's game-high tally of 22 points and his performance from the free-throw line contributed to South East Melbourne's hard-fought 94-89 NBL home win over the Perth Wildcats.
Owen Foxwell scored 20 points and had five assists, while John Brown III added 12 points and eight rebounds, helping the Phoenix secure a tight finish at John Cain Arena on Sunday. Next Star Malique Lewis had 11 rebounds, six assists, and two points. Angus Glover contributed 12 points before suffering an ankle injury in the final stages.
The result improved SEM's record to 6-2 and left Perth at 5-5. Despite shooting less than 40% from the field and 30% from long range, the Phoenix extended their perfect home record to 4-0.
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Author's summary: Phoenix wins 94-89 against Wildcats.