Patriot overturn 11-point first-quarter deficit beat COSPN 29-27 for Hoima City Arena, with Jackson Makoi’s go-ahead 3-pointer being the one wey make difference. The South Sudanese side no longer trail again after the shot and Makoi finish the match with 23 points.
COSPN lead 13-2 midway through the opening quarter before Patriot tighten their defence and begin take control through the middle quarters. A 11-0 run, which Ater Majok’s dunk complete, move Patriot ahead 27-25.
Ikenna Okeke respond with driving lay-up and foul shot put COSPN back in front, but Makoi’s 3-pointer then restore Patriot’s advantage. Okeke end the match with game-high 23 points, and this na his third match with at least 20 points. 2022 BAL MVP Michael Dixon, despite relatively poor shooting night, manage the contest well by balance transition and half-court sets.
Patriot coach Ajou Deng go surely appreciate his side’s late execution after dem struggle for their previous match against Urunani. Their next test na against Namuwongo Blazers for Saturday’s final match, with Elite 16 place for stake. COSPN, who also no win yet, face Ushindzi for Saturday as dem search for their first victory of the tournament.
