Perth Lynx beat Adelaide Lightning 90-82 in WNBL

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 14:02 · Archive

Perth defeated Adelaide 90-82 in a Women's National Basketball League match, extending the Lightning's winless start to three straight losses.

The Perth Lynx defeated Adelaide Lightning 90-82 on Saturday night at SA State Basketball Centre, extending Adelaide's winless start to three straight losses. Both sides competed evenly through the first three quarters, with Adelaide even taking a one-point lead into the final period after scoring 26 points in the third quarter to Perth's 18. However, the Lynx proved stronger in the fourth quarter to secure the victory.

Anneli Maley, returning to the Lynx squad after a season with the WNBA's New York Liberty, recorded a double-double with 21 points and 14 rebounds. Zitina Aokuso led Adelaide with 20 points and 11 rebounds. Lynx coach Ryan Petrik praised Maley's work ethic on court. Adelaide coach Aja Parham-Ammar acknowledged the defeat was not the season start she expected, citing unforced turnovers and transition points given up as the difference in the final score.

How it is being reported

• Winless start continues 'frustration' in AdelaideThe Lightning have failed to strike again, suffering a third-straight loss in front of a home crowd where the Perth Lynx outperformed.The West Australian · 24 Oct, 13:41
• Winless start continues 'frustration' in AdelaideThe Lightning have failed to strike again, suffering a third-straight loss in front of a home crowd where the Perth Lynx outperformed.Perth Now · 24 Oct, 13:41

In this story: Perth Lynx · Adelaide Lightning · Anneli Maley · Zitina Aokuso · Aja Parham-Ammar · Ryan Petrik · New York Liberty · SA State Basketball Centre

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