Nigeria responded with a crucial 100-84 victory over Cape Verde Islands as the second round of the FIBA World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers wrapped up in Rades, Tunisia.
Game Report: Elan Coton staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Mighty Barrolle 74-69 in the Road to BAL 2025 Tournament. After trailing by 13 points, Coton surged ahead in the third quarter, ultimately securing their first tournament win and showcasing resilience.
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The recently concluded 2024 U18 AfroBasket in South Africa was a successful tournament that showcased the talent and potential of young African basketball players. Mali's dominance, Egypt's unexpected absence from the Semi-Finals, the emergence of newcomers, and the performances of returning teams all contributed to a memorable event.
As Basketball continues to grow on the continent, Africa has produced some exciting talents in recent years with a significant chunk being point guards. These players have gained continental recognition because of their incredible ball handling skills, game intelligence and vision on the court, easing their teams to victories. This writeup spotlights on Africa's top five point guards dazzling on the continent.
Idubamo Beggi led Nigeria to a 71-67 victory over Uganda in the 2024 U18 Women's AfroBasket semifinals with an impressive 23 points. Despite Uganda's strong performance and a tight contest throughout, missed opportunities and shooting woes in the final moments cost them the game.
Mali defeated six-time champions Nigeria 81-70 in a thrilling quarter-final clash, showcasing a dominant performance with standout contributions from Ibrahim Oumar Doumbia and Mamadou Traore. Despite a strong effort from Nigeria’s Isaac Oluwatemitope Ezekiel, Mali's aggressive defense and scoring efficiency in the final quarter secured their victory.
This was a must-win game for either team as a victory would guarantee a spot in the top 4. Egypt was looking to make a third straight appearance in the final and Nigeria in search of their first ever gold medal relished a spot in the semis. However, only one team’s hopes would remain alive.
Inspired by Isaac Oluwatemitope Ezekiel, Nigeria grabbed their second win in the FIBA U18 AfroBasket and making it through to the next round. For returning Nigeria, this win is worth its weight in gold as it qualifies the J’Tigers nation for the Quarter-Finals.
Mali continue with their unbeaten run in the FIBA U18 AfroBasket competition in Pretoria after fighting really hard to come back and win the game at the end.
Egypt defeated Nigeria 72-60 in a thrilling U18 AfroBasket Group C opener, led by standout performances from Khadiga Abouelghait and Malak Elhemaly. Despite a late push from Nigeria, Egypt controlled the game and started their campaign strongly
Cameroon's U18 Men Basketball National Team is poised to make a strong statement at the FIBA U18 AfroBasket. Brimming with confidence, they aim to kickstart a new era, competing in Group A against Côte d'Ivoire, Mali, and Senegal.
Mali's U18 basketball team, with a history of strong performances including two AfroBasket titles, is set to compete again with a well-prepared squad under coach Moussa Cisse Attar. They aim to secure their third title and qualify for the World Cup, relying on both domestic and international talent.
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