Perth Wildcats’ defence in the spotlight after fourth-straight defeat at hands of Cairns Taipans

PerthNow - Nov 8, 2026

Perth’s defence has been sub-par across their four-game losing streak, with John Rillie and Kristian Doolittle admitting they’re nowhere near good enough and searching for answers.

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