What happened: Adelaide Lightning play their first home game of WNBL27 against Townsville Fire on Tuesday night. Tip is set for 7pm AEDT, with broadcast on 9Now and ESPN via Disney+.

Why it matters: The early home date gives Adelaide a first home-court test as the WNBL27 table takes shape. Townsville opens its road account with a chance to bank an away win before the schedule settles.

What to watch: The result sets the early ladder order ahead of the next round of WNBL27 fixtures.