Perth Defeats Sydney Behind Maley’s Triple-Double

PERTH, Australia (Interstat) — Anneli Maley recorded a triple-double with 18 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists to lead Perth to a 108-93 victory over the Sydney Flames in a women’s National Basketball League game Saturday.

Perth used efficient shooting, making 48.7% from the floor and a perfect 22 for 22 from the free-throw line, to secure the win and improve to 18-5. Agnes Emma Nnopu scored a game-high 28 points for Sydney, which fell to 6-17.

Maley, who also had a steal and a block, anchored a balanced Perth attack that saw five players score in double figures, including Amy Atwell with 22 points. Perth’s defense forced 13 turnovers and blocked six shots. Sydney shot just 38.8% from the field in the loss.