In the inaugural clash of Group A at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos, Nigeria’s national basketball team, D’Tigers, suffered an intense battle against Senegal in the Paris 2024 FIBA Men’s pre-qualifying Olympic qualifying tournaments.
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The Nigerian squad displayed fierce determination but ultimately succumbed to a 93-87 defeat.
The game proved to be a nail-biting contest, with D’Tigers seizing the lead by a slim margin of 26-25 in the opening quarter. However, Senegal countered in the second quarter, securing a slight edge with a score of 21-18.
Undeterred, D’Tigers rallied back, claiming the third quarter 24-21, demonstrating their unyielding spirit. Regrettably, the final quarter proved to be challenging as Senegal outscored the Nigerian team 26-19.
D’Tigers, led by their skilled athletes, now face the upcoming challenge against Mali with the hopes of redeeming themselves. The tournament’s Group B, held at the same venue, features intense clashes between Cameroon, Tunisia, and Guinea, highlighting the competition’s intensity.
The Paris 2024 FIBA Men’s pre-qualifying Olympic tournament in Africa, launched on Monday, is set to captivate basketball enthusiasts until August 20.
The stakes are high as the triumphant team from this competition will secure a coveted spot in the prestigious 2024 FIBA Men’s Olympic Qualifying Tournaments.
As the action unfolds and rivalries heat up, fans eagerly anticipate the inspiring display of athleticism and dedication from these talented teams.
