Ugo Udezue Hosts South-East Basketball Tourney in Ebonyi
Former international basketballer Ugo Udezue will host a three-day South-East basketball tournament in Ebonyi, commissioning a new court to develop the sport.
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Six Stabbed at Arsenal Victory Parade in London
Six people were stabbed and a police officer injured during Arsenal's Premier League title victory parade in London. 24 arrests were made.
Giants of Africa unveils 50th basketball court in Lagos
Giants of Africa unveiled its 50th basketball court at King's College, Lagos, marking a milestone in its mission to build 100 courts across Africa for youth development.
Messi Joins Ronaldo as Football's Newest Billionaire
Lionel Messi's net worth surpasses $1 billion, joining Cristiano Ronaldo as football's only active billionaire athletes. Smart investments and MLS deals fuel his financial empire.
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BAL, Qatar Foundation Forge Multi-Year Collaboration
Basketball Africa League and Qatar Foundation partner for social impact, court renovations, BAL4HER, and Ubuntu Trophy sponsorship across Africa.
12 Teams for South West 3×3 Basketball in Akure
12 teams from six states will compete in the South West 3×3 Basketball Challenge in Akure on May 16-17, 2026, with cash prizes and entertainment.
Nigeria Dominates African Weightlifting with 10 Gold
Nigeria continues its commanding run at the 2026 African Senior Weightlifting Championships in Egypt, securing 10 gold and five silver medals after two days of competition.
Jason Collins, NBA's First Openly Gay Player, Dies at 47
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, has died at 47 after an eight-month battle with stage 4 glioblastoma, a brain tumor.
Brandon Clarke Death: Possible Overdose Investigated
Former Memphis Grizzlies star Brandon Clarke has died at 29. Authorities investigate possible overdose after drug paraphernalia found at scene.
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Club Africain, Others Advance in BAL Sahara Conference
Senegal's ASC Ville de Dakar eliminated Nigeria's Maktown Flyers to secure the last playoff berth in the BAL Sahara Conference, joining Club Africain, Al Ahly, and FUS Rabat.
Mavericks Name Masai Ujiri Team President and Alternate Governor
The Dallas Mavericks have appointed Masai Ujiri as team president and alternate governor, bringing the championship-winning architect to lead basketball operations and shape the franchise's future.
Portable Challenges Joshua, Demands N1 Billion After Loss
Portable challenges Anthony Joshua to a boxing match, demanding a N1 billion purse, after losing his unbeaten record to Carter Efe in Lagos.
D'Tigress Lose 79-88 to Minnesota Lynx in US Tour
Nigeria's D'Tigress lost 79-88 to Minnesota Lynx in Kansas City, marking their second defeat on the US tour as they prepare for the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
Maktown Flyers Lose Second Game to FUS Rabat
Nigeria's Maktown Flyers lost 97-72 to Morocco's FUS Rabat in the BAL Sahara Conference, after an opening win. Abdoulaye Harouna and Will Perry starred for Rabat.
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Bayelsa, Bauchi Win School Volleyball Championships
Bayelsa and Bauchi states won the girls' and boys' categories at the second National School Volleyball Championships in Lagos, with 28 teams competing.
NBBF Lines Up Friendlies for D'Tigress in U.S. Camp
D'Tigress will play WNBA teams in San Diego, Kansas City, and Indianapolis as part of their U.S. training tour for the 2026 FIBA World Cup in Berlin.
Kida: 'Group of Death' Challenges, Inspires D'Tigress
NBBF President Ahmadu Musa Kida describes the tough FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup draw for D'Tigress as challenging but inspiring, expressing confidence in the team's ability to compete against top nations like France, Hungary, and South Korea.
High School Coach Arrested for Sex Crimes with Student
A 35-year-old former high school basketball coach has been arrested on multiple sex crime charges, including sexual contact with a student and distributing obscene material, following her resignation.
American Cola Courtside 2026 Launches Women's Basketball in Lagos
American Cola Courtside 2026 has made history by launching its first-ever women's basketball tournament in Lagos, featuring eight communities competing over five weeks with Team MC Spencer emerging as champions.
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Itemuagbor Urges Unity for Nigerian Basketball Growth
Chief Mike Itemuagbor emphasizes peace and a common agenda for Nigerian basketball as Pamodzi becomes the official marketer of the NBBF, following FIBA's guidelines.
Masai Ujiri Joins Toronto Tempo as Principal Owner
Masai Ujiri, the Nigerian-born architect of the Toronto Raptors' NBA championship, has joined the Toronto Tempo women's basketball team as a principal owner, bringing his vision for empowering global communities through sport.
BAL and Puma Partner for 2026 Basketball Africa League Season
The Basketball Africa League and global sports brand Puma have unveiled a multiyear collaboration, making Puma the Official Outfitter for the 2026 BAL season, starting March 27 in Pretoria.
NSC Honors Retiring D'Tigress Captain Sarah Ogoke
The National Sports Commission has praised former D'Tigress captain Sarah Ogoke upon her retirement, highlighting her decade-long career, five Afrobasket titles, and role as an inspiration to women and girls.
Alabama Basketball Player Aden Holloway Arrested on Felony Charges
Aden Holloway, a key guard for the Alabama Crimson Tide, faces felony marijuana possession charges just days before the NCAA Tournament, casting doubt on his availability.
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Dwight Howard Retires Amid Family Drama and Divorce
Basketball Hall of Famer Dwight Howard announces his official retirement from professional basketball, citing personal matters and ongoing divorce from his wife Amber Rose Howard.
D'Tigress Crush Colombia 70-37 in World Cup Qualifier
Nigeria's D'Tigress began their FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup qualifying campaign with a dominant 70-37 victory over Colombia in France. The reigning African champions showcased defensive prowess, outscoring Colombia 36-8 in the second half.
James Nnaji's Controversial US College Basketball Debut
Nigerian centre James Nnaji, a 2023 NBA Draft pick, played his first US college game for Baylor, sparking debate over mid-season pro signings. Read the full story.
Pamodzi Criticises Report on NBBF Partnership
Pamodzi Sports Marketing has dismissed a media report questioning the NBBF's partnership with a national institution as misleading and harmful to basketball's growth in Nigeria.
World Basketball Day 2025: NBA, FIBA, African Coaches Lead Events
The global basketball community celebrates World Basketball Day on Dec 21 with clinics, social campaigns, and a special NBA-YMCA partnership. 19 African coaches will lead clinics in 13 countries, including Nigeria.
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Nigeria Sets Record for NBA Player Representation
Nigeria boasts the largest African contingent in the NBA this season, with stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Deandre Ayton highlighting a record 135 international players. Discover the full story.
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