Namuwongo Blazers qualify for BAL Elite 16 with over
The Namuwongo Blazers defeated the Patriots 85-81 in overtime to qualify for the BAL Elite 16 basketball tournament. The Ugandan team overcame a 17-point deficit to secure the victory.
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The Basketball Africa League (BAL) is a growing professional sports platform that highlights the development of basketball talent across the continent.
Result Namuwongo 85 Patriots 81 (Namuwongo qualify for BAL Elite 16)
Jonathan Jordan grabbed a team-best 20 points as the Namuwongo Blazers qualified for the BAL Elite 16 Qualifier with an 85-81 win over the Patriots today at the Hoima Arena.
Jordan added eight assists and controlled the temperature in a tense contest that went to overtime before the Namwongo Blazers edged out the Patriots 85-81 in the Road BAL East Division qualifiers.
Maktar Gueye added 17 points, Jeron Felix 13, and Peter Obleng and Peter Olisemeka added 10 points apiece for the Ugandan champions, who blew a 17-point lead but composed themselves once the game went to the extra period.
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