Anthony Dell'Orso

Anthony Dell'Orso
Dell'Orso with Arizona in 2026
No. 2 – Perth Wildcats
PositionShooting guard
LeagueNBL
Personal information
Born (2003-07-24) 24 July 2003
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Listed height6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Listed weight205 lb (93 kg)
Career information
High schoolMarcellin College
(Melbourne, Victoria)
College
NBA draft2026: undrafted
Playing career2026–present
Career history
2026–presentPerth Wildcats
Career highlights
  • Second team All-CAA (2024)
  • Big South Freshman of the Year (2023)

Anthony Mark Dell'Orso (born 24 July 2003) is an Australian basketball player for the Perth Wildcats of the National Basketball League (NBL). He played college basketball for the Campbell Fighting Camels and Arizona Wildcats.

Early life and high school

Dell'Orso was born in Melbourne, Victoria.[1] He he attended high school at Marcellin College in the suburb of Bulleen. He decided to play college basketball in the United States, committing to play for the Campbell Fighting Camels.[2]

College career

Campbell

As a freshman in 2022–23 season, Dell'Orso was named the Big South Conference Freshman of the Year after averaging 12.5 points and 5.8 rebounds per game.[3] In 2023–24, he earned second-team all-Coastal Athletic Association honors after averaging 19.5 points and 6.5 rebounds per game while shooting 38 percent from 3-point range.[4] After the conclusion of the 2023-24 season, Dell'Orso entered his name into the NCAA transfer portal.[5]

Arizona

Dell'Orso transferred to play for the Arizona Wildcats.[6] In 2024–25, he played in 37 games with 28 starts, averaging 7.2 points and 1.4 rebounds per game.[7] On November 14, 2025, Dell'Orso notched 20 points in a victory versus UCLA.[8] On February 18, 2026, he put up 22 points in a win over BYU.[9] On February 21, Dell'Orso dropped 22 points in an upset win over #2 Houston.[10] In the semifinals of the 2026 Big 12 tournament, he scored a team-high 26 points in a victory over Iowa State.[11]

Professional career

After going undrafted in the 2026 NBA draft,[12] Dell'Orso joined the Sacramento Kings for the 2026 NBA Summer League.[13]

On 6 August 2026, Dell'Orso signed a three-year contract with the Perth Wildcats of the National Basketball League (NBL).[14]

National team

In August 2026, Dell'Orso was named in the Australia men's national basketball team for two FIBA World Cup Asian qualifiers.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 ""Officially a Boomer": Young gun ready to live out dream". nbl.com.au. 24 August 2026. Retrieved 24 August 2026.
  2. ↑ Cole, Stan. "Anthony Dell'Orso signs with Campbell Basketball". Campbell University Athletics. Retrieved 15 March 2026.
  3. ↑ Scheer, Jason. "Arizona basketball adds Campbell transfer Anthony Dell'Orso". WildcatAuthority. 247Sports. Retrieved 15 March 2026.
  4. ↑ Pascoe, Bruce. "Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd says Anthony Dell'Orso to bring versatility to Wildcats". Arizona Daily Star. Retrieved 15 March 2026.
  5. ↑ Coury, Matthew. "How Anthony Dell'Orso's Journey Led Him to Arizona". Arizona Wildcats On SI. Retrieved 15 March 2026.
  6. ↑ Pascoe, Bruce. "Arizona Wildcats pick up Aussie wing Anthony Dell'Orso of Campbell via transfer portal". Arizona Daily Star. Retrieved 15 March 2026.
  7. ↑ Pascoe, Bruce. "Arizona wing Anthony Dell'Orso confirms he will return to Wildcats in 2025-26". Arizona Daily Star. Retrieved 15 March 2026.
  8. ↑ Pascoe, Bruce. "Anthony Dell'Orso scores 20 points to help Arizona beat UCLA 69-65 at Intuit Dome". Arizona Daily Star. Retrieved 15 March 2026.
  9. ↑ Pascoe, Bruce. "Anthony Dell'Orso has season-high 22 points to lead Arizona 75-68 win over BYU". Arizona Daily Star. Retrieved 15 March 2026.
  10. ↑ Pascoe, Bruce. "Anthony Dell'Orso leads No. 4 Arizona men's basketball to 73-66 win over No. 2 Houston". Arizona Daily Star. Retrieved 15 March 2026.
  11. ↑ Tyler, Travis. "Anthony Dell'Orso Displays Impact Player Potential With Big 12 Title Run". Arizona Wildcats On SI. Retrieved 15 March 2026.
  12. ↑ "'Spur of the Moment': Wessels signs with San Antonio | Basketball.com.au". www.basketball.com.au. 27 June 2026. Retrieved 23 July 2026.
  13. ↑ "Sacramento Kings Announce 2026 NBA Summer League Roster | Sacramento Kings". kings.com. 7 July 2026. Retrieved 23 July 2026.
  14. ↑ "SIGNED: Anthony Dell'Orso | Perth Wildcats". www.wildcats.com.au. 6 August 2026. Retrieved 6 August 2026.
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