 To conclude the season, Purser was named in the All-Defensive Team for the third straight year and earned All-Star Five honours for the first time.He appeared in all 33 games for the Hawks in 2018, averaging 16.9 points, 8.3 rebounds and 5.6 assists per game.On 5 April 2019, Purser recorded 10 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists in a 120–73 win over the Mandurah Magic.