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November 28, 2024

FIBA Afrobasket 2025 Qualifiers Tournament Window 2: Review

Review: The recently concluded Window 2 of the FIBA AfroBasket 2025 Qualifiers in Dakar showcased some of Africa's talented pro hoopers. From South Sudan’s first defeat in two years to Senegal’s revenge on Cameroon and DR Congo's surprising 3-0 run, here are the key takeaways from Senegal's capital.

Game Updates

November 26, 2024

Senegal Stuns Cameroon: Brancou Badio Drops 31 Points in Epic AfroBasket Thriller!

Game Report: Senegal clinched a heart-stopping 87-83 win over Cameroon, securing a flawless Group C record. Brancou Badio’s 31-point explosion and Karim Mané’s clutch block sealed the victory, as Senegal out-rebounded Cameroon 53-33 in a dramatic AfroBasket Qualifiers showdown.

Game Updates

November 26, 2024

Congo Ends South Sudan’s AfroBasket Streak in Overtime Thriller, Shocking the Olympic Heroes

Game Report: Congo stunned undefeated South Sudan in a gripping 76-69 overtime victory during the AfroBasket Qualifiers. With Jordan Sakho and Rolly Fula leading the charge, the Leopards left Dakar undefeated, shaking up Group A ahead of the final qualification window.

Game Updates

November 26, 2024

Diarra Duo Dismantles Morocco’s Comeback Dreams in Thrilling 66-64 AfroBasket Qualifier Clash

Game Report: Mamadou and Aliou Diarra’s stellar performances powered Mali to a thrilling 66-64 victory over Morocco in AfroBasket Qualifiers. Morocco’s late surge, led by Mohamed Choua, fell just short, ensuring Mali secured their first Group A win in Dakar.

Game Updates

November 26, 2024

Narace’s Double-Double & Cameroon’s Defence Humiliate Rwanda in 70-59 AfroBasket Qualifier Blowout!

Game Report: Cameroon claimed a commanding 70-59 win over Rwanda in the 2025 FIBA AfroBasket Qualifiers. MVP Williams Narace’s double-double and Fabien Ateba’s sharpshooting spearheaded Cameroon’s suffocating defence and dominant rebounding, leaving Rwanda scrambling despite a late-game surge.

Game Updates

November 26, 2024

Senegal’s Lions Humiliate Gabon 101-58 – Are They Unstoppable in the AfroBasket Qualifiers?

Game Report: Senegal outclassed Gabon 101-58 in the AfroBasket 2025 qualifiers, buoyed by Brancou Badio (20 points) and a relentless defence. Despite a surge in the second quarter, the Gabonese were unable to keep pace with the Lions of Teranga, who are now set to face Cameroon in an eagerly-awaited clash.

Game Updates

November 26, 2024

Congo’s Leopards Hold off Morocco in Fiery Showdown to Keep Qualifying Dreams Alive!

Game Report: DR Congo delivered a high-octane 74-65 victory over Morocco in the FIBA AfroBasket Qualifiers. Christian Lutete’s 27-point heroics and relentless defence overwhelmed the Atlas Lions, leaving the Leopards roaring into their final clash against undefeated South Sudan.

Game Updates

November 23, 2024

Undefeated: South Sudan Roars Past Mali 85-60 to Stay Perfect at 2-0!

Game Report: South Sudan’s Bright Stars pulled off another stunning comeback, defeating Mali 85-60 on Gameday Two of the FIBA AfroBasket Qualifiers. Now 2-0, the Luol Deng-coached side showcased dominance with bench power and relentless second-half play.

Game Updates

November 23, 2024

Lions Dominate in Dakar: Senegal Crush Rwanda 81-58 in AfroBasket Qualifiers Opener!

Game Report: Senegal secured a dominant 81-58 victory over Rwanda in Dakar, led by Youssou Ndoye and Brancou Badio’s combined 28 points. Despite Rwanda’s early resistance, the Lions of Teranga controlled the game, extending their AfroBasket rivalry lead to 5-1.

Game Updates

November 23, 2024

Congo Claws Past Mali: Leopards Roar in Epic 72-64 AfroBasket Qualifiers Thriller!

Game Report: The Leopards of the Democratic Republic of the Congo opened their account in Dakar with a nail-biting win against Mali in the hopes of securing a ticket to Angola next August for the Men’s AfroBasket.

Game Updates

November 23, 2024

Bright Stars Blaze! South Sudan’s Threes Drown Morocco 82-66 in Group A Opener

Game Report: South Sudan’s Bright Stars triumphed over Morocco 82-66 in AfroBasket Qualifiers, powered by Nuni Omot’s 17 points and a dominant third quarter featuring five treys. Luol Deng’s squad showcased depth, resilience, and explosive offence to secure their opening victory.

Team Profiles

November 22, 2024

South Sudan: 2025 FIBA AfroBasket Qualifiers Team Preview

Team Profile: Olympic Heroes with a Point to Prove - Despite being without NCAA star Khaman Maluach and Euroleague talents Wenyen Gabriel and Marial Shayok, South Sudan, Africa’s youngest nation, aims to silence doubters in Group A of the 2025 AfroBasket Qualifiers, led by BAL MVPs Omot and Acuil.

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Tournament News

FIBA Afrobasket 2025 Qualifiers Tournament Window 2: Review

Game Updates

Senegal Stuns Cameroon: Brancou Badio Drops 31 Points in Epic AfroBasket Thriller!

Game Updates

Congo Ends South Sudan’s AfroBasket Streak in Overtime Thriller, Shocking the Olympic Heroes

Game Updates

Diarra Duo Dismantles Morocco’s Comeback Dreams in Thrilling 66-64 AfroBasket Qualifier Clash

Game Updates

Narace’s Double-Double & Cameroon’s Defence Humiliate Rwanda in 70-59 AfroBasket Qualifier Blowout!

Game Updates

Senegal’s Lions Humiliate Gabon 101-58 – Are They Unstoppable in the AfroBasket Qualifiers?

Game Updates

Congo’s Leopards Hold off Morocco in Fiery Showdown to Keep Qualifying Dreams Alive!

Game Updates

Undefeated: South Sudan Roars Past Mali 85-60 to Stay Perfect at 2-0!

Game Updates

Lions Dominate in Dakar: Senegal Crush Rwanda 81-58 in AfroBasket Qualifiers Opener!

Game Updates

Congo Claws Past Mali: Leopards Roar in Epic 72-64 AfroBasket Qualifiers Thriller!

Game Updates

Bright Stars Blaze! South Sudan’s Threes Drown Morocco 82-66 in Group A Opener

Team Profiles

South Sudan: 2025 FIBA AfroBasket Qualifiers Team Preview