Round 11 of NBL26 comes to a close on Sunday afternoon with a high-quality double-header. Second up, and the last game of the round, pits the Perth Wildcats against the Adelaide 36ers in Bryce Cotton’s return game to the Jungle. We bring you our game preview and best bet below!
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Perth Wildcats vs Adelaide 36ers Prediction & Betting Tips: NBL26 Round 11
Wildcats Figuring it Out
The Perth Wildcats, sitting fourth on the ladder with a solid 9 wins and 6 losses, are riding a wave of confidence after an impressive 12 point victory over the league leading Melbourne United. Coach John Rillie’s side has found excellent form, winning four of their last five games despite the ongoing absence of a true point guard with Jaron Rillie sidelined. Import David Duke Jr has done a commendable job stepping into the primary ball handler role, guiding a deep and talented Perth roster that thrives on its trademark pressure defence and fast breaks. A win here would consolidate their top four position.
Cotton Returns to Perth
This clash is all about the visitors, the Adelaide 36ers. Second on the ladder with a blistering 12 wins and 3 losses, they arrive in Perth having demolished the depleted Brisbane Bullets by 25 points, marking their fifth consecutive win. This trip is significant not just for the ladder, but for the emotionally charged return of Bryce Cotton. The three time NBL Champion and five time MVP is back at the arena he called home for so long, and his presence for the 36ers turns this interstate rivalry into a genuine blockbuster event.
Recent H2H History
Historically, this rivalry has been dominated by the Wildcats, who have generally held the edge over the past few seasons, including winning the first meeting between the two sides this season in Adelaide by a narrow 7 point margin. However, the dynamics of this rivalry have been fundamentally altered by Cotton’s move to the 36ers. He was the single biggest reason for Perth’s sustained success, and now he is the driving force behind the 36ers' stellar run. His intimate knowledge of the Wildcats’ system and the Perth Arena court will be a massive factor in this contest.
Perth or Adelaide? Here’s Our Tip!
Given their phenomenal current form and deep roster, the Adelaide 36ers look set to claim victory and potentially jump to first place on the NBL ladder. Their team basketball is clicking on all cylinders, blending elite defence with Cotton’s MVP level output alongside star forward Zylan Cheatham and centre Isaac Humphries. Cotton will undoubtedly be highly motivated to put on a show in front of his former fans and solidify his new team's supremacy, making the 36ers the favourites to overcome the Wildcats in a thrilling contest.
Adelaide 36ers to Win
$1.86 (2.5 Units)
Wildcats vs 36ers Betting Odds & Match Info
Date: Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Odds: Wildcats $1.98 vs 36ers $1.85
Where to Watch Wildcats vs 36ers
You can watch the Wildcats vs 36ers clash live and ad-free on Kayo Sports.
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