What happened: Larissa Anderson expects the Bendigo Spirit to turn their WNBL27 season around quickly with the additions of Izzy Borlase and Kate Martin. The Spirit meet the Sydney Flames in Round 5.

Why it matters: Borlase is the reigning MVP and arrives at Bendigo for WNBL27, with Martin joining her. Both are expected to lift a Spirit side looking to improve its start.

What to watch: The game starts at 3pm AEDT and is broadcast on 9Now and ESPN via Disney+.