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Thunder beat Knicks as SGA stretches 20-point streak to 135 games

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points and closed strongly as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the New York Knicks 111-100, extending his 20-point streak to 135 straight games and strengthening Oklahoma City’s grip on the top spot in the Western Conference.

D’Tigress Add Indiana Fever To Expanded United States Tour Ahead Of 2026 World Cup

Noble Onyeagoro1 month ago1 month ago0

D’Tigress have added Indiana Fever to their growing United States preseason tour as preparations continue for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. The African champions will now face three WNBA sides across three cities in a major test of their readiness.

Adam Silver Vows NBA Will Fix Tanking Before Next Season

Noble Onyeagoro1 month ago1 month ago0

NBA commissioner Adam Silver says the league will have a solution to tanking by June as concerns grow over teams chasing better draft lottery odds. He also confirmed the NBA wants EuroLeague, FIBA and national leagues involved in its Europe expansion plans.

D’Tigress to Face Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx in Pre-Season Fixtures

Noble Onyeagoro1 month ago1 month ago0

Nigeria’s D’Tigress will face WNBA teams Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx in pre-season fixtures in the United States in April. These games will serve as preparation for the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 and offer valuable exposure against elite opposition. The first fixture is on April 25 in San Diego.

Victoria Macaulay Shines in All-Star Team After Leading D’Tigress in 2025 World Cup Qualifiers

Noble Onyeagoro2 months ago2 months ago0

Victoria Macaulay’s performance in 2025 FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournament earned her a spot in the All-Star Team, highlighting her impact for Nigeria.

Imo SWAN Calls for Action on Grassroots Sports Amid Struggles at Niger Delta Games

Noble Onyeagoro2 months ago2 months ago0

Imo State’s performance at the recent Niger Delta Games has sparked concern over the state’s sports infrastructure. Despite having three major stadiums, facilities in disrepair and the absence of a consistent grassroots sports program have hindered athlete development. SWAN Imo calls for reforms, including better funding, new coaches, and a focus on grassroots sports development.

D’Tigress Fightback Falls Short Against France in FIBA Qualifiers

Noble Onyeagoro2 months ago2 months ago0

D’Tigress fought back strongly in the second half but were edged 93–86 by host nation France in their FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournament clash. Despite trailing at halftime, Nigeria mounted a determined comeback, led by Amy Okonkwo. The team faces Germany next, aiming for a strong finish to the tournament.

Nigeria Government Awards D’Tigress with Houses and National Honors in France

Noble Onyeagoro2 months ago2 months ago0

The Nigerian government has presented D’Tigress with official documents for houses and national honors as recognition for their exceptional contribution to Nigerian basketball. The presentation, which took place in Lyon, France, was conducted by the National Sports Commission (NSC) leadership and comes as a historic acknowledgment of their success in international tournaments.

D’Tigress Deliver Commanding Victory Over Colombia in FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying

Noble Onyeagoro2 months ago2 months ago0

Nigeria’s D’Tigress made an emphatic statement in their FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifying campaign with a dominant 70-37 victory over Colombia. The African champions asserted their dominance throughout the game, leading at every quarter to secure a comprehensive win and reinforce their position as Africa’s premier women’s basketball team.

Igoche Mark Pledges Unity First if Elected NBBF President

IDNN2 months ago2 months ago0

Basketball promoter and founder of the Mark D’ Ball Championship, Igoche Mark, says his first priority if elected president of the Nigeria Basketball Federation will be restoring unity within the sport. Speaking in Abuja, Mark outlined a reconciliation-driven leadership agenda, arguing that Nigeria’s global basketball talent must be matched with coordinated development and peace among stakeholders.