Continued his MVP-caliber season with 24 points, 7 assists, and 4 rebounds.
The Phoenix secured their spot in the playoffs by applying relentless full-court pressure that exploited a Wildcats team playing without a recognized point guard. SEM forced 17 turnovers and dominated the offensive glass (17–8), leading to 28 more shot attempts than Perth.
The most recent high-stakes meeting between Perth and South East Melbourne (SEM) saw the dominate the Perth Wildcats with a 111–94 victory in the NBL Seeding Qualifier on March 4, 2026 . SEM Phoenix Wed, Mar 4 SEM Phoenix won! Match Analysis: Seeding Qualifier (March 4, 2026) Perth vs Sud-Est de Melbourne
Prior to the post-season clash, the two teams split their regular-season series in January 2026: Key Performer Perth Wildcats Kristian Doolittle (Perth) Jan 28, 2026 Perth Wildcats Dylan Windler (Perth): 23 pts, 11 reb March 4, 2026 SEM Phoenix Nathan Sobey (SEM): 24 pts Season Standings Summary
Led the Wildcats with 22 points and 6 rebounds despite the loss. 2025–26 Head-to-Head History Continued his MVP-caliber season with 24 points, 7
Added a versatile 18 points, 5 assists, and 4 steals.
Finished 3rd (22–11 record). Perth Wildcats: Finished 4th (21–12 record). Google Sports Data This response uses data provided by Google Sports South East Melbourne Phoenix - Perth Wildcats - NBL The most recent high-stakes meeting between Perth and
As of late April 2026, both teams finished the regular season in the top half of the table, though the Sydney Kings eventually reclaimed the NBL throne.