Kings defeat Wildcats in NBL semi-finals to take series lead

The Sydney Kings secured a narrow 105-104 victory over the Perth Wildcats, taking a 1-0 lead in their best-of-three NBL playoff series. Xavier Cooks contributed crucial free throws in the closing minutes, while Kendric Davis led all scorers with 35 points. Despite a valiant effort from the Wildcats, including Kristian Doolittle’s 31 points, they fell short in the final seconds. The Kings aim for a championship series appearance with their 12th consecutive win.

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