The BAL - Nile Conference

Breaking News

June 17, 2025

Historic! Al Ahli Tripoli Becomes First Road to BAL Team to Win BAL Championship Title

Al Ahli Tripoli made Basketball Africa League history by becoming the first Road to BAL qualifier to win the title, defeating Petro de Luanda in Pretoria. The Libyan side completed a remarkable undefeated campaign under coach Fouad Abou Chacra.

Game Updates

May 26, 2025

Obadiah Noel’s Game-Winning Three Sends APR Past Nairobi City Thunder to BAL Playoffs in Thriller

APR stunned Nairobi City Thunder 77–74 in a BAL Nile Conference thriller, sealed by Obadiah Noel’s clutch three-pointer. Aliou Diarra and Youssoupha Ndoye led the fightback as APR booked their ticket to the BAL Playoffs in Pretoria.

Game Updates

May 25, 2025

Unbeaten Al Ahli Tripoli Crush MBB to Complete Historic 6-0 Nile Conference BAL Run in Kigali

Al Ahli Tripoli made BAL history in Kigali, becoming the first team to go 6-0 in a Conference to advance to the playoffs. Their 102-73 rout of MBB capped off a dominant Nile Conference campaign led by Jaylen Adams.

Game Updates

May 25, 2025

Nairobi City Thunder Outlasts MBB in Gritty Nile Conference Battle to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Nairobi City Thunder edged MBB 85-76 in a tense Nile Conference clash. Led by Albert Odero’s 23 points, Thunder’s balanced scoring and fourth-quarter dominance kept playoff hopes alive heading into a decisive final day in Kigali.

Game Updates

May 25, 2025

Al Ahli Tripoli Outguns APR in 106-102 Classic to Stay Perfect in BAL Nile Conference

Al Ahli Tripoli edged APR 106-102 in Kigali to remain unbeaten in the BAL Nile Conference. Led by Jaylen Adams’ 26-point performance, the Libyan champs sealed their fifth straight win with elite shooting and sharp execution.

Game Updates

May 25, 2025

Mooring Leads MBB Past APR in Kigali Thriller to Keep BAL Playoff Hopes Alive

MBB avenged their earlier loss to APR with a hard-fought 94-88 win in Kigali, behind Jovan Mooring’s 29-point masterclass. With Diarra and Miller Jr sidelined, APR fell short as MBB edged closer to BAL Playoff qualification.

Game Updates

May 22, 2025

Al Ahli SC Clinches BAL Playoff Spot After 104-91 Thriller Against Thunder

Al Ahli SC became the first 2025 Nile Conference team to reach the BAL playoffs after a thrilling 104-91 win over Nairobi City Thunder. Jean Jacques Boissy starred, while Sadi and Agada delivered dominant double-doubles.

Game Updates

May 21, 2025

Boissy, Badrush Ignite Al Ahli’s Stunning BAL Win Over APR to Stay Unbeaten in Nile Conference

Boissy’s 27 points and Badrush’s all-round brilliance powered Al Ahli to a dominant 90-68 win over APR, extending their BAL unbeaten run. With Diarra sidelined, APR faltered as Al Ahli took one step closer to Pretoria qualification.

Game Updates

May 21, 2025

Robinson Opong’s Clutch Three Lifts MBB to Historic First BAL Win Over Nairobi Thunder

Robinson Opong’s game-winning three-pointer sealed Made by Ball Basketball’s first-ever BAL victory, edging Nairobi City Thunder in a dramatic Nile Conference clash. Pieter Prinsloo’s 30-point double-double powered MBB’s comeback, keeping their playoff hopes alive in style.

Game Updates

May 20, 2025

APR Overpowers MBB in Kigali with Diarra and Ndoye Dominance to Stay Unbeaten in Nile Conference

APR Basketball Club crushed MBB 103–81 at BK Arena, led by Diarra’s double-double and Ndoye’s 25 points. The Rwandan side remains unbeaten in the 2025 Nile Conference, sending a strong message ahead of their clash with Tripoli.

Game Updates

May 20, 2025

Al Ahly Tripoli Smash BAL Scoring Record in 115–87 Win Over Nairobi City Thunder in Kigali

Al Ahly Tripoli broke the BAL scoring record with a 115–87 win over Nairobi City Thunder. Boissy led with 30 points, while Thunder’s second loss raised concerns ahead of their next Nile Conference clash in Kigali, Rwanda.

Game Updates

May 20, 2025

Boissy Torches MBB as Al Ahli Hold Off Late Comeback in BAL Playoff Push Thriller

MBB battled fiercely but fell 87–77 to Al Ahli in a thrilling BAL encounter. Despite standout efforts from Lenard Jr and Mooring, Boissy’s 28-point masterclass pushed Al Ahli one step closer to the Basketball Africa League playoffs in Pretoria

Breaking News

January 31, 2025

Jone Pedro & Carlos Morais Make Controversial Switch to Interclube from 2024 BAL Champions Petro de Luanda

Angola’s basketball scene just exploded! National superstars Carlos Morais & Jone Pedro have made the bold move from 2024 Basketball Africa League champions Petro de Luanda to their fierce domestic rivals, Interclube. This move will shake up the Angolan Unitel Basket League. What factors contributed to this move?

Off Court

November 18, 2024

Will the BAL's Future Plans Shut Out Underdogs to Build an NBA-Style African Superteam Closed-League System?

With the BAL's fifth season looming, structural changes signal a shift towards an NBA-style franchise model. As automatic qualifications expand and new host nations emerge, what do these updates mean for African basketball’s future and its growing legacy?