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'They respond with a physicality' - Breakers prepared for a fired up Perth Wildcats

January 25, 2018

Coach Paul Henare believes Perth will put up a fight with playoffs just around the corner.

The Breakers are set for a crucial showdown against their old rivals the Perth Wildcats in Australia this weekend.

Despite the Breakers being ahead of Perth on the NBL ladder, coach Paul Henare is focusing on a tough Wildcats line-up with the playoffs just around the corner.

"Whenever Perth teams in the past have either been through a bit of a low or slump or whatever it is they respond with physicality and intensity," said Henare.

"And if we are not ready for a fight then it will be a long night."

Over 13,000 Perth fans are expected to pack into their home arena on Saturday night.

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