G League Ignite vs. Perth Wildcats live stream: How to watch as future NBA lottery picks clash in Las Vegas

The NBA’s prized developmental program will meet up with international competition this week as the NBL’s Perth Wildcats come to the U.S. to take on G League Ignite. The first game of the series will tip at 9 p.m. ET Wednesday. It will wrap Friday night with another 9 p.m. ET tip. Both games will take place at The Dollar Loan Center in Las Vegas 

This year’s two-game series doesn’t have the same firepower as last year’s battle between Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson, but it should bring us a slew of insight into how the 2024 NBA Draft could shape up heading into the fall. Both teams field intriguing prospects with potential to make a big splash in this year’s draft cycle — including several G League Ignite players poised to push for the No. 1 pick next summer. 

Below is how you can catch the action and who to keep an eye out for as the games unfold.

How to watch G League Ignite vs. Perth

• Game 1: Wednesday, Sept. 6 
• Game 2: Friday, Sept. 8
• Tip times: 9 p.m. ET
• Location: The Dollar Loan Center in Henderson, Nevada
• TV: NBA TV and NBA App

Who to watch

Matas Buzelis, G League Ignite: Buzelis is arguably the biggest name on the G League Ignite roster this season. He’s roughly 6-foot-10 and profiles as a jumbo wing with center height and combo guard ability. He brings real skill as a shooter and do-it-all offensive weapon that puts him squarely in the mix to go No. 1 in 2024. 

Ron Holland, G League Ignite: A former five-star recruit once signed to the University of Texas, Holland instead signed with G League Ignite. He’s a raw prospect loaded with talent, energy and enthusiasm. 

Alexandre Sarr, Perth: It’s not just big wings at the top of the draft in 2024. Sarr is a 7-footer who has a big opportunity to establish himself as the best big man talent in the class. Sarr spent the last two years in the Overtime Elite program developing alongside top-five picks Ausar and Amen Thompson. Now, he could be in line to carve his own path to the lottery. 

Izan Almansa, G League Ignite: Almansa is another former Overtime Elite product who, like the aforementioned Sarr, is in a new place this year. Almansa was efficient against lesser competition and stood out as a rebounder and scorer. 

Thierry Darlan, G League Ignite: Long wings with 6-foot-6 frames and plus-athleticism are always likely to draw eyes from NBA scouts, and Darlan is especially intriguing because of the interest he drew in the U.S. from major college programs. Ignite has a loaded roster — particularly at the wing spot — but he has enough tools to stand out with his size and scoring.