The NBL's Perth Wildcats are set to sign a veteran NBA player just in time for the finals, according to sources close to Fox Sports. With the deadline looming at 9:30 PM AEDT tomorrow, the team is expected to bring in 34-year-old Brandon Knight, who last played in the NBA for the Dallas Mavericks in the 2021-22 season. Knight, a former Detroit Pistons player and 8th pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, has an impressive 10-year NBA career under his belt, playing for the Milwaukee Bucks, Phoenix Suns, Houston Rockets, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Dallas Mavericks. He's currently a free agent, represented by Joel Bell of Bell Management International. Knight's most recent stint was with the Capitanes de Arecibo in Puerto Rico, where he averaged 19.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 5.5 assists in 22 appearances. This move is crucial for the Wildcats, who are currently without David Duke Jr. and Jaron Rillie, the latter recovering from a hamstring surgery. With the team sitting in fifth place at 14-10, Knight's experience and skills at point guard will be vital as they aim for a finals berth. But here's the interesting part: Knight has a connection to Perth, having served as a coach and mentor for the Basketball Without Borders program during the inaugural HoopsFest in 2024. This unique background adds an intriguing layer to the team's strategy. The latest edition of NBL Daily will have all the details, including live coverage of the NBL and WNBL 2025-26 seasons on ESPN with Kayo Sports. New subscribers can join now and get their first month for just $1. (https://kayosports.com.au/?pg=default&extcamp=fsaeditoriallinkbasketball-edt-fsp-lnk-awr-grc-basketball-kyo&channel=fsa&campaign=fsacontra&voucher=)
