AMERICAN Bryce Cotton is understood to be have come to terms to join the Perth Wildcats for the rest of the season.

The point guard, who has had stints with NBA teams Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies and Phoenix Suns, has been earmarked to replace fellow American import Jaron Johnson, who was dropped from the roster for the second time last week.

PerthNow understands the NBL is yet to tick off on the signing, but Cotton is expected to join his teammates in Perth early next week.

He will not be available for Saturday night’s road clash with Illawarra.

Cotton, 24, most recently played in Turkey and has also had a stint in China to go with his 23 NBA games.