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Former UConn Ghanaian & Nigerian Hooper Amida Brimah Joins Spanish Giants Valencia

Former NBA player and defensive standout Amida Brimah joins Spanish powerhouse Valencia after excelling with BAXI Manresa. The Ghanaian-born big man, renowned for his shot-blocking, ranks second in the ACB and adds a commanding presence to Valencia’s roster and frontline.

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Flawless on and off the Court: Amy Okonkwo & Promise Amukamara Partner with La Roche-Posay Skincare

Nigerian Olympic superstars Amy Okonkwo and Promise Amukamara partner with La Roche-Posay, part of cosmetics giant L’Oréal, following their historic 2024 Paris Olympics success. The brand, renowned for sensitive skin solutions, is trusted in over 50 countries.

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Chimezie Metu’s Injury Nightmare: Nigeria Star Out for 6-8 Weeks After Left Knee Sprain!

Chimezie Metu has suffered a grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee during Barça's 102-99 win over Valencia. The power forward will follow a conservative treatment plan and is expected to miss the remaining games of the 2024 calendar year.

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Al Ahli Tripoli Edge Stade Malien 71-68 to Secure 2025 BAL West Division Crown!

Game Report: Al Ahli SC clinched the 2025 BAL West Division title following a tight 71-68 victory over Stade Malien and booked their tickets to Basketball Africa League 2025. Despite poor 3-point shooting (23.5%), minimal bench production, and 29 fast break points conceded, Al Ahli's 41 rebounds helped secure the win.

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Yves Missi Collects 10 Rebounds to Help the New Orleans Pelicans Beat the Indiana pacers, 125-118

AfricaBasket's Editor-In-Chief details Yves Missi’s bounce-back game in his first NBA start, where he grabbed 10 rebounds to help the Pelicans top the Pacers. Missi’s showing offered glimpses of his potential as he builds momentum while adjusting to NBA demands.

Top Headlines

November 19, 2024

DR Congo: 2025 FIBA AfroBasket Qualifiers Team Preview

November 18, 2024

Will the BAL's Future Plans Shut Out Underdogs to Build an NBA-Style African Superteam Closed-League System?

November 13, 2024

Who Is Mouhamed "Momo" Faye? Senegal’s Next Great Hope on the NBA Radar for The 2025 NBA Draft!

November 11, 2024

FIBA Africa U16 Girls Regional Youth Camp 2024: Top 5 Prospects in Partnership with WINGSPAN Scouting

November 11, 2024

ABC Fighters Dominate Kadji Sports Academy in Road to BAL Third-Place Game Blowout!

November 10, 2024

Stade Malien Clinch BAL 2025 Spot with Dominant Win Over Kadji Sports Academy!

Weekly Updates

November 13, 2024

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FIBA Africa Zone 4 Weekly Review: 11/11/2024

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FIBA Africa Zone 6 Weekly Review: 11/11/2024

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FIBA Africa Zone 7 Weekly Review: 11/11/2024

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October 29, 2024

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Team Profiles

November 19, 2024

DR Congo: 2025 FIBA AfroBasket Qualifiers Team Preview

Team Profile: The DRC Leopards arrive in Dakar for AfroBasket qualifiers, aiming to secure their tickets to FIBA Afrobasket 2025. Led by veterans Rolly Fula and Malela Mutuale, alongside rising stars like Franck Nyembo, Coach Michel Perrin's squad balances present stars with their future ambitions.

Off Court

November 18, 2024

Will the BAL's Future Plans Shut Out Underdogs to Build an NBA-Style African Superteam Closed-League System?

With the BAL's fifth season looming, structural changes signal a shift towards an NBA-style franchise model. As automatic qualifications expand and new host nations emerge, what do these updates mean for African basketball’s future and its growing legacy?

Player Updates

November 13, 2024

Who Is Mouhamed "Momo" Faye? Senegal’s Next Great Hope on the NBA Radar for The 2025 NBA Draft!

Our Editor-In-Chief takes a look at the early career of Senegal's fast-rising talent Mouhamed “Momo” Faye. The 19-year-old's standout performances in Italy’s Lega Basket Serie A and the Basketball Champions League have caught the attention of NBA scouts.

Weekly Updates

November 13, 2024

FIBA Africa Zone 5 Weekly Review: 11/11/2024

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 5 News: Uganda's City Oilers regroup for the Elite 16 with key additions, while Nairobi City Thunder's prep for the BAL continues. In Burundi, Urunani strengthen their squad, and Rwanda gears up for the Afrobasket qualifiers in November.

Weekly Updates

November 12, 2024

FIBA Africa Zone 4 Weekly Review: 11/11/2024

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 4 News: Gabon’s national basketball team finalises its pre-selected players after two months of training, while Cameroon’s Seini Amadou, following a strong U18 performance, earns a call-up to the senior national team, eyeing future success.

Weekly Updates

November 12, 2024

FIBA Africa Zone 6 Weekly Review: 11/11/2024

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 6 News: With the leagues in South Africa on hold, we touched base with Dylan Lele of Bravehearts and Lebesa Selepe of MBB, who are preparing for the Road To BAL 2025's Elite 16 East Division, for a chance to qualify for the 2025 Basketball Africa League.

Youth

November 11, 2024

FIBA Africa U16 Girls Regional Youth Camp 2024: Top 5 Prospects in Partnership with WINGSPAN Scouting

AfricaBasket, in partnership with WINGSPAN Scouting, is proud to present the top 5 U16 prospects from the 2024 FIBA Africa Regional Youth Camp for Girls. Get an inside look at the rising stars who impressed scouts and coaches alike with their skill and athleticism in Abidjan.

Weekly Updates

November 11, 2024

FIBA Africa Zone 7 Weekly Review: 11/11/2024

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 4 News: This week, journey to Madagascar as the 2023 women's champions set new goals, Mauritius where players prepare to compete, Reunion Island mourning a legendary coach, and Comoros, where Djabal Basket Iconi secured more silverware.

Game Updates

November 11, 2024

ABC Fighters Dominate Kadji Sports Academy in Road to BAL Third-Place Game Blowout!

Game Report: Abidjan Basket Club Fighters cruised to a 92-53 victory over Kadji Sports Academy in the Road to BAL third-place game. Led by Nisre Zouzoua, Jalen Jowan, and Jabari Akins, ABC’s cohesion and offense proved too much for KSA.

Game Updates

November 10, 2024

Stade Malien Clinch BAL 2025 Spot with Dominant Win Over Kadji Sports Academy!

Stade Malien punched their names into one of the two available BAL 2025 tickets for the West Division with an impressive win (80-89) over Kadji Sports Academy in the semi-finals. Mahamane Coulibaly came up with a game-high 19 points to help the Bamako-based outfit to victory.

Game Updates

November 10, 2024

Elite 16 Showdown: Four Teams, Two Clashes, One Ticket to The BAL 2025!

In the Road to BAL 2025 Elite 16 Semi-Finals, Stade Malien battles Kadji Sport Academy, and Al Ahli Tripoli faces ABC Fighters. With a Basketball Africa League spot at stake, expect intense matchups and tactical showdowns.

Development

November 9, 2024

Rising Stars of African Basketball Shine At FIBA Africa Regional Youth Camp In Abidjan

The 2024 FIBA Africa Regional Youth Camp in Abidjan brought together Africa’s top young female basketball stars for four days of high-energy training, skill-building, and action. Players from 22 nations competed for recognition, learning from elite coaches and embracing their future on the international stage.

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Flawless on and off the Court: Amy Okonkwo & Promise Amukamara Partner with La Roche-Posay Skincare

Regional Youth Camp 2024 Boys: Scouting Report

Explore our first Exclusive WINGSPAN x AfricaBasket Scouting Report, featuring top U16 prospects from the FIBA Africa Regional Youth Camp 2024. We highlight rising African basketball talent and future stars in collaboration with WINGSPAN's CEO, Jacques Vandescure.