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. Spalding once again provided equipment including the official game ball, whilst iAthletic took over supplying team apparel.

Player movement

Standings

Finals

Statistics

Individual statistic leaders

Individual game highs

Awards

Player of the Week

Team of the Week

Postseason Awards

Team captains and coaches

References

External links

WNBL official website
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