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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?

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September 29, 2024

What we learned from the 2024 U18 AfroBasket in South Africa

The recently concluded 2024 U18 AfroBasket in South Africa was a successful tournament that showcased the talent and potential of young African basketball players. Mali's dominance, Egypt's unexpected absence from the Semi-Finals, the emergence of newcomers, and the performances of returning teams all contributed to a memorable event.

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September 29, 2024

Is playing in Africa financially beneficial?

The African continent is filled with great talent and now a recognized major competition that is attracting major stars. Since the inception of the Basketball Africa League, we have seen more global talents on the continent, and it continues to grow each year. However, is it financially beneficial to play in Africa in the long run?

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September 29, 2024

Top 5 Point Guards Playing in Africa

As Basketball continues to grow on the continent, Africa has produced some exciting talents in recent years with a significant chunk being point guards. These players have gained continental recognition because of their incredible ball handling skills, game intelligence and vision on the court, easing their teams to victories. This writeup spotlights on Africa's top five point guards dazzling on the continent.