Home Record Alive as Phoenix Take Down Wildcats
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 helped South East Melbourne to a 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, contributing to the Phoenix's tight finish at John Cain Arena on Sunday. Next Star Malique Lewis had 11 rebounds, six assists, and two points. Angus Glover scored 12 points before suffering an ankle injury in the final stages.
- SEM improved to 6-2.
- Perth is now level at 5-5.
- Phoenix extended their perfect home record to 4-0.
Despite shooting less than 40% from the field and 30% from long range, the Phoenix secured the win.
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Author's summary: Phoenix beats Wildcats 94-89 at home.