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The continent's basketball stories, from Lagos to Luanda, Dakar to Cairo.
Nairobi City Thunder Take 2-0 Lead Over KPA in KBF Finals Behind Ogechi’s Late Burst
Nairobi City Thunder moved within one win of retaining their KBF Men’s Premier League crown after Derrick Ogechi’s late six-point burst sealed a 73-63 victory over KPA in Game Two of the 2026 finals.
Luchivya urges Kenya's Dakar team to turn preparation into performance
Chef de Mission Angela Luchivya has challenged Kenya's 54-strong delegation to convert its preparation into strong performances at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.
Rivers Hoopers cap unbeaten Final Four run with overtime win over Maktown
Rivers Hoopers wrapped up an unbeaten Final Four campaign with a 92-90 overtime win over Maktown Flyers in Port Harcourt, sealing their seventh NPBL title and a 2027 BAL spot.
BC Génération Espoir claim first Coupe du Congo title
BC Génération Espoir of Lubumbashi defeated their opponents 65-61 on Sunday in Kinshasa to win the 43rd edition of the Coupe du Congo men's basketball competition.
NSC Chairman Dikko Rejects Calls for NBBF Board Resignation After D’Tigress World Cup Exit
Nigeria’s NSC chairman has dismissed demands for the Kida-led NBBF board to step aside following D’Tigress’ winless World Cup campaign, insisting the October election should determine the federation’s next leadership.
Côte d'Ivoire Vice President meets NBA Africa in New York
Vice President Tiémoko Meyliet Koné met NBA Africa chief Clare Akamanzi in New York to discuss developing Côte d'Ivoire's basketball ecosystem.
Rivers Hoopers seal seventh NPBL title with overtime win over Maktown
Rivers Hoopers edged Maktown Flyers 92-90 in overtime to complete an unbeaten Final Four run, clinching their seventh NPBL championship and a 2027 BAL berth.
Lupita Nyong'o acquires stake in Nairobi City Thunder's BAL project
Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o has taken a significant stake in Nairobi City Thunder, who are pursuing a Sh6.5 billion bid to join the Basketball Africa League.
Al Ahly women crush Zamalek 103-42 in Egyptian league opener
Al Ahly's women opened the Egyptian Basketball League with a commanding 103-42 win over rivals Zamalek at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Hall in Gezira.
Kalu and Amukamara return as D’Tigress face South Korea in World Cup opener
D’Tigress open their FIBA Women’s World Cup campaign in Berlin against South Korea, relying on veterans Adaora Kalu and Promise Amukamara to guide a young squad through a demanding Group B schedule.
Ben Simmons healthy and motivated to revive NBA career with Sacramento Kings
Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry says Ben Simmons is healthy and eager to compete again after sitting out the 2025-26 season, signing a one-year deal with the team.
NBBF president Kida rules out third term, sets October 15 election
NBBF president Ahmadu Musa Kida told the federation’s Extraordinary Congress in Yola that he will not seek a third term and pledged a free, fair and transparent election on October 15, 2026 in Abuja.
Angola native Chris Kent named head coach of Austin Spurs
Chris Kent, a northeast Indiana native and former Angola High School player, has taken over as head coach of the Austin Spurs, the San Antonio Spurs' G League affiliate.
Eli Ndiaye brings Senegalese roots to Joventut's Liga Endesa push
Born in Guédiawaye, Senegal, Eli Ndiaye opens the Liga Endesa season on loan at Asisa Joventut after a summer with Atlanta's Summer League side and a Supercopa Endesa title.
Nigerian-born Nneka Ogwumike honoured at Sparks training facility after retirement game
The Los Angeles Sparks named a player sanctuary at their new practice facility after Nigerian-born forward Nneka Ogwumike, minutes after she played her final WNBA game.
LeBron James says Maxey and Embiid drove his move to Philadelphia
LeBron James revealed on his "Mind the Game" podcast that his friendship with Tyrese Maxey and a desire to help Joel Embiid win his first title convinced him to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers.
Noah Ajayi Signs Long-Term Deal With Manchester United
Nigerian-heritage attacker Noah Ajayi has committed his future to Manchester United with a long-term professional contract after progressing through the club's academy.
Senegalese basketball player Aminata Seck detained by ICE since August
Kentucky State women's basketball player Aminata Seck has been held in ICE custody since 7 August after being apprehended at Louisville's Muhammad Ali International Airport.
BC Molokaï reach Coupe du Congo semi-finals for first time in 12 years
The Kinshasa club hammered BC Mariapolis of Lualaba 81-53 in Kinshasa to advance to the last four of the 43rd edition of the Coupe du Congo.
NSC and Finance Ministry work to finalise cash rewards for Super Falcons and D’Tigress
Nigeria’s National Sports Commission says it is engaging the Ministry of Finance to complete presidential cash rewards promised to the Super Falcons and D’Tigress.
LeBron James explains decision to join Philadelphia 76ers
LeBron James said relationships with Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid, plus the Jaylen Brown trade, drove his decision to sign with Philadelphia on a two-year minimum contract.
Lupita Nyong'o invests in Nairobi City Thunder ahead of KNBL Finals
Oscar-winning Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong'o has joined the ownership group of Nairobi City Thunder, the first Kenyan club to qualify for the Basketball Africa League.
President Ruto courtside as Atlanta Dream beat Liberty in Brooklyn
Kenyan President William Ruto watched courtside at the Barclays Center as the Atlanta Dream beat the New York Liberty 83-65, then stepped onto the court to greet Kenyan centre Madina Okot.
Ugboaja demands transparent NBBF election, vows to oppose imposition
Former D'Tigers forward and 2006 NBA Draft pick Ejike Ugboaja has called for a free and fair Nigeria Basketball Federation poll, warning that the sport must not be sacrificed to personal ambition.