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Mid-way through the 2025 season, the NBL1 West leads all conferences on a per-game basis for minutes viewed online, drawing strong viewership and maintaining audience attention for longer than anywhere in the country. NBL1 West has successfully cultivated the country’s most engaged digital basketball audience. 

Newly released data shows NBL1 West outperformed every other conference on a per-game basis, drawing in more fans and holding their attention longer! 

Across 83 streamed events, NBL1 West delivered: 

• 65,641 minutes watched per game night – #1 nationally 
• A total of 5.45 million minutes viewed 
• 272,567 total sessions 
• An average of 3,284 sessions per event – the highest in the country, outperforming all other conferences 

Western Australian clubs dominated national rankings in audience engagement rankings, with six of the top 10 clubs by average minutes viewed being WA teams. This is an unmatched accomplishment nationwide. 

Among the standout performers: 

• Joondalup Wolves – #1 nationally 
• Warwick Senators – #2 nationally 
• Willetton Tigers (#4), Mandurah Magic (#5), Lakeside Lightning (#6), and Perth Redbacks (#8) 

The most-watched game of the 2025 regular season was a thrilling clash between Joondalup and Warwick, underlining the growing appetite for elite-level basketball that reflects the diversity and energy of the WA community. 

“These results are more than just numbers! Our results reflect the passion of our fans, the commitment of our clubs, and the strength of community sport in WA,” said Adam Bowler, General Manager of Basketball WA. “We’re incredibly proud that NBL1 West continues to excel on a national level. This is a powerful reminder of how sport can bring communities together, foster local pride, and inspire the next generation.” 

With continued growth in streaming and digital engagement, Basketball WA remains committed to increasing visibility and access to the game for all. 

For basketball fans of all ages who want to witness the action live, tickets are now on sale for the NBL1 West Grand Final, returning to RAC Arena by popular demand. 

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