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October 27, 2025
Kyle Bowen
- Nationality: AUS
- Date of Birth: 6/10/00
- Place of Birth: Perth (WA)
- Position: PF
- Height (CM): 203
- Weight (KG): 102
- Junior Assoc: WA - Perth
- College: Saint Mary’s (2018-2022)
- NBL DEBUT: 28/02/19
- AGE AT DEBUT: 18
- LAST NBL GAME: 8/02/25
- AGE AT LAST GAME: 24
- NBL History: Perth 2019 | Melbourne 2024-26
- Championships: 1
- Perth (2019)
BIO: Kyle Bowen was born in Perth (WA) and began his basketball journey with the Perth Redbacks junior program. He played alongside Luke Travers for Western Australia in the Australian Junior National Championships.
By the age of 18, Bowen had already secured championships in both the NBL and SBL (NBL1 West), marking an impressive early career.
Bowen received a scholarship to attend the Australian Institute of Sport (Canberra) in 2017. He spent three years year there and played for the program’s state league team (2017, 2018, 2019).
NBL EXPERIENCE
Kyle Bowen made his NBL debut with the Perth Wildcats at 18 years of age. He went scoreless in his first NBL game.
During the off-season, Perth retained star Bryce Cotton on a three-year deal and made key additions, including Nick Kay and Mitch Norton (both from Illawarra), former Wildcats big man Tom Jervis (via Brisbane), and new import Terrico White (via Turkey). This roster revamp resulted in the departures of Lucas Walker, Jarrod Kenny, and Dexter Kernich-Drew, all of whom joined Cairns.
The Wildcats traveled to the United States for pre-season games against NBA teams Utah Jazz and Denver Nuggets. Their first game against the Jazz ended in a heavy loss (130–72), an experience that Coach Trevor Gleeson later cited as a catalyst for the team’s successful season. In their second match, Perth put up a stronger fight, narrowly losing (96–88) to the Nuggets and gaining valuable experience that helped set the tone for the season.
Perth started the NBL season with an impressive (10–1) record but hit a rough patch when captain Damian Martin (5.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 1.6 steals) suffered a calf tear that sidelined him for six games. Additionally, Angus Brandt (8.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.2 assists) missed three games in November after an ankle injury while playing for the Australian Boomers. These setbacks led to a dip in form, and by mid-January, the Wildcats had lost eight of their next ten games, dropping to a (12–9) record.
Despite external pressure to bring in a third import, the Wildcats chose to back their current roster. As injured players returned, Perth bounced back with a three-game winning streak over Melbourne, Adelaide, and Sydney, reclaiming the top spot on the ladder. They finished the regular season in first place with an (18–10) record.
Kyle Bowen, a development player for Perth during the 2018-19 season, made four appearances but saw minimal court time, averaging 0.0 points, 0.3 rebounds, and 0.1 assists. Although his on-court role was limited, Bowen gained valuable experience from the bench, contributing to his growth and readiness for future opportunities.
In the semi-finals, Perth faced Brisbane. Bryce Cotton (19 points, 2 rebounds, and 10 assists) and Terrico White (24 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist) led the team to a dominant Game 1 win (89–59). Although Bowen did not feature in the semi-finals, Perth won Game 2 (84–79), advancing to the Grand Final.
In the Grand Final series, Perth went up against reigning champions Melbourne United. Bowen’s most notable contribution came in Game 1 (15 March 2019), where he recorded 3 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist. Despite limited minutes throughout the series, Bowen gained valuable championship experience as Perth clinched the title in four games.
2023/24
Following four years at St Mary’s College, Kyle Bowen signed a two-year contract with Melbourne United, bringing his experience and potential to the roster.
Bowen was added to the roster after the team missed out on signing another high profile rookie, Josh Bannon.
2024/25
Melbourne entered NBL25 reshaping their frontcourt and wing mix after Jo Lual-Acuil Jr (to China), Luke Travers (to Cleveland Cavaliers), Ariel Hukporti (to New York Knicks), and Brad Newley (retired) departed from the group that had finished one win short of the title the season before.
Jack White (via Denver Nuggets) returned for a second stint to cover Travers’ versatility, and import centre Marcus Lee (via Tasmania) was recruited to take on interior minutes and rim protection alongside the established rotation.
Coach Dean Vickerman again leaned on the experienced backcourt core of Chris Goulding, Matthew Dellavedova, and Shea Ili, with Ian Clark, Robert Loe, Flynn Cameron, Tanner Krebs, and Bowen returning to round out the main group.
United opened the season at HoopsFest with an 88–79 win over Tasmania as Dellavedova (21 points, and 7 assists) led the offence, Ili (14 points, and 2 steals) set the defensive tone, White (14 points, and 7 rebounds) made an immediate impact up front, and Bowen contributed (1 point, 1 rebound, and 1 assist) in the season opener.
It wasn’t until a dominant home win over Cairns (106–63) where Flynn Cameron (18 points) led the team in scoring, while White (16 points, and 13 rebounds) and Clark (15 points) provided perimeter punch that Bowen (12 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists, and 2 blocks) produced his first big game.
Bowen (4.2 points, and 4.2 rebounds across 29 games) would make a habit of coming off the bench to clean the glass, a prime example of this skillset came in a meeting with Adelaide where he posted 9 points, 9 rebounds, and 2 steals. Late in the regular season, Bowen (15 points, and 8 rebounds) combined with Ili (18 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists) to lead United to victory over Tasmania (94-92).
Other key games for Bowen included the final regular-season Throwdown where he started in place of the unavailable White, opened the game with an early dunk, and finished with 15 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 blocks, alongside leading scorer Goulding (21 points) and helped close the season with a 103–93 win over South East Melbourne.
Alongside Bowen, Melbourne would get most of their production from Goulding (18.4 points and 2 rebounds), White (13.8 points, and 9.4 rebounds), Ili (11.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 4.7 assists), Dellavedova (10.9 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 7.1 assists), and Clark (12.7 points) as United finished second (19–10) and earned a semi-final series against Perth.
Melbourne opened the semi-final series at home with a 105–93 win as Goulding (41 points) carried the scoring, Clark (22 points) added support, White (13 points, and 10 rebounds) controlled the glass, and Bowen finished with (2 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists) in the opener.
Perth levelled the match-up in Game 2 with a 96–89 win as Dellavedova (13 points, and 12 assists), Goulding (15 points), Ili (10 points, 4 rebounds, and 7 assists), and Clark (13 points) kept United within reach, while Bowen was held scoreless and finished with (4 rebounds, and 2 assists).
Game 3 went to the wire and Melbourne advanced with a 113–112 win as Clark erupted for (38 points) alongside Goulding (30 points), with White (15 points, and 9 rebounds) and Dellavedova (10 points, and 11 assists) helping steady the finish and Bowen adding (5 points, and 2 rebounds) in the decider.
In the Championship Series against Illawarra, Melbourne overturned a half-time deficit to win Game 1 (96–88) as Dellavedova (18 points, 7 assists, and 4 steals) set the tempo, Goulding (15 points) and Clark (13 points) supported the scoring, Lee (14 points, 16 rebounds, and 3 blocks) anchored the paint, and Bowen (5 points, and 5 rebounds) made a small contribution off the bench.
Illawarra squared the series in Game 2 with a 102–100 win as Clark (31 points), Goulding (17 points), and Dellavedova (14 points, 8 assists, and 3 steals) kept Melbourne in the contest, while Bowen was held scoreless and finished with (4 rebounds, and 1 assist) as United fell in the final possession.
Melbourne moved within one win of the title in Game 3 with an 83–77 victory behind White (20 points, and 5 rebounds), Dellavedova (16 points, and 4 assists), Clark (16 points), and Goulding (14 points), while Bowen added (4 points, and 5 rebounds) as the series shifted back to Wollongong.
Illawarra extended the series in Game 4 with an 80–71 win as Goulding (17 points) and Dellavedova (17 points, and 4 assists) kept United in range, Clark (16 points) provided scoring support, and Bowen finished with (2 points, and 2 rebounds) as Melbourne’s title push was forced to a decider.
Game 5 decided the championship and Illawarra closed the series with a 114–104 win as Goulding (21 points), Ili (20 points, 6 assists, and 4 steals), White (17 points, and 7 rebounds), and Loe (14 points, and 4 rebounds) led Melbourne’s main scoring response, while Bowen was held scoreless and finished with (1 rebound) as United completed NBL25 as runners-up after losing the series 3–2.
Kyle Bowen currently plays for the Melbourne United and has played 93 games in his NBL career. He has averaged 3.7 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.1 assists since entering the league in 2018.
CURRENT CONTRACT:
Melbourne United – 2 Year Deal (2025-27)
NBL TOTAL STATISTICS
| SEASON | AGE | TEAM | TEAM RECORD | GP | MINS | PTS | REB | AST | OR | DR | STL | BLK | TO | PF | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | TS% | EFG% | HS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 25 | Melbourne | 15-10 (4) | 24 | 302.1 | 103 | 88 | 27 | 47 | 41 | 19 | 12 | 20 | 27 | 36 | 77 | 47% | 5 | 15 | 33% | 26 | 36 | 72% | 55% | 50% | 14 |
| 2024-25 | 24 | Melbourne | 19-10 (2) | 29 | 455.4 | 122 | 122 | 48 | 77 | 45 | 12 | 9 | 21 | 55 | 44 | 83 | 53% | 11 | 26 | 42% | 23 | 31 | 74% | 62% | 60% | 15 |
| 2023-24 | 23 | Melbourne | 20-8 (1) | 36 | 473.5 | 122 | 130 | 33 | 42 | 88 | 26 | 8 | 23 | 56 | 44 | 82 | 54% | 12 | 35 | 34% | 22 | 30 | 73% | 63% | 61% | 17 |
| 2018-19 | 18 | Perth | 18-10 (1) | 4 | 6.1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0% | 1 | 2 | 50% | 77% | 0% | 3 | Totals | 93 | 1237 | 350 | 344 | 109 | 167 | 177 | 57 | 29 | 64 | 138 | 125 | 243 | 51.4% | 28 | 76 | 36.8% | 72 | 99 | 72.7% | 61% | 57% | 17 |
NBL PER GAME STATISTICS
| SEASON | AGE | TEAM | TEAM RECORD | GP | MINS | PTS | REB | AST | OR | DR | STL | BLK | TO | PF | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | TS% | EFG% | HS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 25 | Melbourne | 15-10 (4) | 24 | 12.6 | 4.3 | 3.7 | 1.1 | 2.0 | 1.7 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 1.1 | 1.5 | 3.2 | 47% | 0.2 | 0.6 | 33% | 1.1 | 1.5 | 72% | 55% | 50% | 14 |
| 2024-25 | 24 | Melbourne | 19-10 (2) | 29 | 15.7 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 1.7 | 2.7 | 1.6 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 1.9 | 1.5 | 2.9 | 53% | 0.4 | 0.9 | 42% | 0.8 | 1.1 | 74% | 62% | 60% | 15 |
| 2023-24 | 23 | Melbourne | 20-8 (1) | 36 | 13.2 | 3.4 | 3.6 | 0.9 | 1.2 | 2.4 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 1.6 | 1.2 | 2.3 | 54% | 0.3 | 1.0 | 34% | 0.6 | 0.8 | 73% | 63% | 61% | 17 |
| 2018-19 | 18 | Perth | 18-10 (1) | 4 | 1.5 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 100% | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0% | 0.3 | 0.5 | 50% | 77% | 0% | 3 | Total | 93 | 13.3 | 3.8 | 3.7 | 1.2 | 1.8 | 1.9 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 1.5 | 1.3 | 2.6 | 51.4% | 0.0 | 0.0 | 36.8% | 0.3 | 0.8 | 72.7% | 61% | 57% | 17 |
CAREER HIGHS
| POINTS | REBOUNDS | ASSISTS | STEALS | BLOCKS | TURNOVERS | TRIPLE DOUBLES | 17 | 16 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
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STATE LEAGUE EXPERIENCE
- BA CoE 2017-19 | Perth 2016-17, 2019 | Knox 2024
FIBA EXPERIENCE
Bowen helped lead the Under 18 Australian National Team to a gold medal at the Asia Cup in August, where he averaged 13 points and 10 rebounds per game.
At the Under 17 Oceania Championships, Bowen averaged 16 points and 5 rebounds, including a 36-point game in the semifinals of the tournament.
Played for Australia at the Under 18 FIBA World Cup over the summer alongside Alex Ducas.
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
- New Zealand - Canterbury (2025)
During the 2025 NBL offseason, Kyle Bowen suited up for the Canterbury Rams in the NZNBL, forming part of a formidable starting five that included fellow NBL talents Taylor Britt, Tohi Smith-Milner, and Sean McDonald.
Bowen brought rebounding strength, defensive versatility, and interior presence to a Rams lineup that emerged as one of the competition’s most well-rounded units.
COLLEGE
Kyle Bowen signed with Saint Mary’s College of California on November 28, 2018, and went on to play four seasons for the Gaels from 2019–20 through 2022–23.
As a freshman in 2019–20, Bowen played in 31 games and averaged 11.0 minutes, 1.7 points, and 1.9 rebounds per game, with his role lifting in WCC play where he averaged 13.3 minutes, posted a season-best seven points and seven rebounds against Loyola Marymount on February 20, and logged a season-high 25 minutes in the WCC Tournament double-overtime win over Pepperdine.
During his sophomore season in 2020–21, Bowen appeared in all 24 games and made six starts, making his first career start against No. 1 Gonzaga on January 16, leading Saint Mary’s in rebounds at 5.8 per game, and setting a career-high 10 rebounds against Sacramento State on December 30 while averaging 25.1 minutes per game overall and 29.2 minutes in conference games, with a career-high 10 points twice against Nicholls and Eastern Washington.
Bowen’s junior year in 2021–22 saw him appear in and start all 34 games while posting career highs in points per game (5.6), assists per game (1.3), three-point percentage (39.2), free throw percentage (71.4), and minutes per game (29.4), and he finished as the team’s second-best three-point shooter behind Tommy Kuhse while matching a career-high 12 points on four separate occasions.
As a senior in 2022–23, Bowen was one of four Gaels to start all 35 games and finished second on the team at 33.5 minutes per game, totalling 1,174 minutes which ranked 15th for a single season in Gaels history, while shooting 41.4 percent from the field and 37.9 percent from three with 33 made triples and finishing seventh in the WCC in rebounds at 7.1 per game.
That 2022–23 season also included career-best totals in assists (61), blocks (31) and steals (43), the best assist-to-turnover ratio in the WCC among qualifying players, seven double-figure scoring games, and a career-best 16 points in a home win over New Mexico State on December 14 when he went 4-of-6 from three, while he also grabbed 15 rebounds in a game twice and logged 43 minutes in an overtime win over Gonzaga with 10 rebounds, two steals and a block.
Bowen’s best rebounding stretch came early in WCC play when he collected 28 total rebounds across two wins and was named Saint Mary’s Bay Alarm Student-Athlete of the Week on January 4, 2023 after pulling down 13 rebounds against San Diego and 15 rebounds at Santa Clara, while also adding 10 points, six assists and five blocks across the two-game span.
Across his final two seasons he earned West Coast Conference All-Academic First Team honours in both 2021–22 (listed with a 3.76 GPA in Business Administration) and 2022–23 (listed with a 3.79 GPA in Business Administration), and after his senior year he was awarded Saint Mary’s George R. McKeon Scholar-Athlete Award, with the school noting he helped lead the Gaels to an NCAA Tournament five seed and a Round of 32 appearance for a second consecutive season while also being credited as an Academic All-District selection.
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