In a spirited match at the Paris 2024 Women’s Basketball Tournament, Nigeria’s D’Tigress faced off against a formidable French team.
The game, part of the Group B preliminary round, showcased intense competition and remarkable talent from both sides.
At halftime, France led Nigeria 38-31. Despite a strong start and determined efforts from D’Tigress to bridge the gap, France managed to sustain their lead. The French team’s cohesive play and strategic execution allowed them to maintain control, even as Nigeria pushed hard to turn the tide.
The second half saw France pulling away further, with consistent scoring and robust defense. In the third quarter, France outscored Nigeria 16-8, extending their lead significantly. Despite a valiant effort from Nigeria in the final quarter, where they scored 15 points, France’s offense proved too strong, sealing the game with a final score of 75-54.
France’s scoring was led by a balanced attack, with multiple players contributing significantly to their total. Nigeria’s D’Tigress, known for their resilience and tenacity, fought hard throughout the match, but the gap created in the third quarter proved insurmountable.
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“Our team played with heart and determination, but today France executed their game plan more effectively. We’ll learn from this and come back stronger,” said Nigeria’s coach, Rena Wakama, reflecting on the match.
Box Score Summary
France:
– Q1: 24
– Q2: 14
– Q3: 16
– Q4: 21
– Total: 75
Nigeria:
– Q1: 20
– Q2: 11
– Q3: 8
– Q4: 15
– Total: 54
This loss places Nigeria in a challenging position within Group B, but D’Tigress remains determined to advance and prove their mettle in the upcoming matches.
