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AfricaFola Folowosele, head of NBA Nigeria, has outlined an ambitious vision centered on grassroots development and infrastructure expansion to elevate Nigerian basketball and unlock the country’s next generation of elite talent. Speaking recently about the future of the sport, Folowosele emphasized that Nigeria already possesses the talent capable of competing at the highest level, with Nigerian players continuing to…
AfricaMasai Ujiri, the former president of the Toronto Raptors, has been appointed to lead the basketball operations for the Dallas Mavericks. This pivotal move comes as the team aims to strengthen its standing in the league following several challenging seasons. In addition to his primary role, Ujiri will also serve as an alternate governor, allowing him to have a greater impact on the strategic decisions within the…
AfricaThe Women's Basketball Team of the Armed Forces and Police (FAP) clinched the title of champions of Cameroon following an impressive season. The team showcased its dominance on the court, culminating in a decisive victory in the final match. This triumph marks a historic moment for FAP, who navigated various challenges throughout the season. Key players delivered exceptional performances, particularly during the…
AfricaThe Basketball Africa League (BAL) 2026 playoffs are officially locked in, with the full quarterfinal bracket confirmed ahead of the knockout stage scheduled from May 22 to May 31, 2026, at the BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda. The sixth edition of the competition continues under its expanded format, featuring two conferences of six teams and the top four from each advancing to the postseason. After a highly competitive…
AfricaThe Jeunesse Club d'Abidjan fell 76–68 to the Maktown Flyers, who secured their first-ever Basketball Africa League win. Despite their efforts, the Kings struggled to contain the Flyers’ hot shooting from beyond the arc, trailing 46–38 at halftime. Led by Jawad Adekoya (20 points) and a strong team performance, the Nigerian side maintained control until the final buzzer.
AfricaAl Ahly secured their place in the Basketball Africa League Final 8 with authority, defeating JCA Kings 85–65 in a one-sided Sahara Conference clash. From the opening minutes, Al Ahly imposed their tempo and never looked back, building a double-digit lead early and stretching it to as many as 23 points. Guard Zack Lofton led the charge with a standout 32-point performance, highlighting the Egyptian side’s offensive…
