Mali’s brutal first-quarter surge sinks Nigeria 77–68 in U18 AfroBasket final
Nigeria fought back after a damaging opening quarter but could not overturn Mali’s early control, losing 77–68 in the FIBA U18 Women’s AfroBasket final in Abidjan....
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Nigeria vs Mali: Junior D’Tigress chase U18 AfroBasket redemption in final rematch
Nigeria return to the U18 Women’s AfroBasket final against Mali, two years after losing the title game to the same opponents. The World Cup ticket is secured; now the Junior D’Tigress want the continental crown....
Nigeria face Côte d’Ivoire with U18 Women’s AfroBasket final at stake
Nigeria face unbeaten hosts Côte d’Ivoire in Abidjan today with a place in the 2026 FIBA U18 Women’s AfroBasket final on the line....
D’Tigers Edge Guinea In One-Point Thriller To Boost World Cup Qualifying Push
Nigeria’s D’Tigers beat Guinea 80-79 in a dramatic FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifier, with Chimezie Metu delivering the decisive late basket....
Basketball Promoter Igoche Mark Loses Mother, Oyiba Veronica Mark
Basketball promoter Igoche Mark loses his mother, described as a woman of faith and compassion....
D’Tigers Beat Tunisia 84–81 As Nigeria’s World Cup Qualifying Push Gets Major Lift
D’Tigers defeated Tunisia 84–81 in a tight FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers game in Luanda, giving Nigeria’s campaign a major lift....
Fizdale Gets No Soft Landing As D’Tigers Face Tunisia In Luanda Test
David Fizdale begins his D’Tigers assignment as Nigeria open a crucial 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifying window against Tunisia in Luanda....
Fizdale Faces First D’Tigers Test As Nigeria Fight To Rescue World Cup Push
David Fizdale begins his D’Tigers assignment under pressure as Nigeria prepare for the July FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers window in Luanda....
Austin Reaves Gets Paid As Lakers Turn Undrafted Rise Into $185m Commitment
Austin Reaves has reportedly agreed to re-sign with the Los Angeles Lakers on a four-year deal worth about $185m, completing a major rise from undrafted guard to long-term core piece....
Giannis Era Ends As Heat Land Bucks Icon In NBA Blockbuster
Miami have reportedly acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis in a franchise-shaking deal, while Milwaukee turn toward Tyler Herro, young talent and draft capital after......