The Cairns Taipans host the Perth Wildcats at the Cairns Convention Centre on Wednesday, October 22, in a pivotal early-season NBL Round 6 match-up.
The Taipans, despite being competitive, have struggled to string wins together and are looking to bounce back from recent losses. Led by their star Australian Boomer and veteran imports, the Snakes rely heavily on high-volume three-point shooting. They will need a massive performance from their big man, Marcus Lee, to counter Lual-Acuil Jr.
The Wildcats enter the contest as one of the league’s early pacesetters, built on a strong start to the season and the dominant form of their new frontcourt duo. Big man Jo Lual-Acuil Jr. Has been a force, complemented perfectly by the versatility and scoring of an in-form wing. Perth’s disciplined defense and balanced offense make them a tough proposition on the road.
Here's everything you need to know about Taipans vs. Wildcats, including TV channel and streaming options for the basketball game.
Where to watch Taipans vs. Wildcats today: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Kayo
Taipans vs. Wildcats will air nationally in Australia on ESPN while viewers can stream the game live on Kayo.
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Taipans vs. Wildcats start time
- Date: Wednesday, Oct. 22
- Time: 7:30 p.m. AEDT
Taipans vs. Wildcats will begin at 6:30 p.m. AEST (local time) on Wednesday, October 22. The game will be played at Cairns Convention Centre in Cairns, Australia.
Here's how that time translates across Australia:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Australian Eastern Daylight Time | Wed, Oct. 22 | 7:30 p.m. |
| Australian Central Daylight Time | Wed, Oct. 22 | 7:00 p.m. |
| Australian Western Standard Time | Wed, Oct. 22 | 4:30 p.m. |
NBL 2025 fixture schedule this week
(All times AEDT)
Wednesday, October 22
- Taipans vs. Wildcats (7:30 p.m.)
Thursday, October 23
- Breakers vs. Bullets (5:30 p.m.)
- Phoenix vs. Kings (7:30 p.m.)
Friday, October 24
- Taipans vs. United (7:30 p.m.)
Saturday, October 25
- Bullets vs. Phoenix (5:30 p.m.)
- Wildcats vs. Hawks (8:00 p.m.)
Sunday, October 26
- United vs. 36ers (2:30 p.m.)
- Kings vs. JackJumpers (4:30 p.m.)