THE BAL – SAHARA CONFERENCE 2025

Breaking News

August 5, 2026

Carlos Morais Calls Time on a Legendary Career, Leaving an Enduring Legacy in African Basketball

Carlos Morais has officially retired after a remarkable career that defined an era of Angolan and African basketball. A multiple-time champion, AfroBasket MVP and national team icon, Morais leaves behind a lasting legacy of excellence, leadership and unwavering commitment, inspiring generations of players across the continent and beyond.

Breaking News

June 17, 2025

Historic! Al Ahli Tripoli Becomes First Road to BAL Team to Win BAL Championship Title

Al Ahli Tripoli made Basketball Africa League history by becoming the first Road to BAL qualifier to win the title, defeating Petro de Luanda in Pretoria. The Libyan side completed a remarkable undefeated campaign under coach Fouad Abou Chacra.

Game Updates

May 8, 2025

Monastir Clinch Sahara Conference Top Spot with Dominant Win Over ASC Ville de Dakar in BAL

Former BAL champions US Monastir secured the Sahara Conference’s top seed with a composed 77–68 win over ASC Ville de Dakar, showcasing veteran poise, defensive control, and standout performances from Osiris Eldridge and Babacar Sané at Dakar Arena.

Game Updates

May 4, 2025

Kriol Star Shock Reigning BAL Champs Petro de Luanda with Buzzer-Beater in Overtime Dakar Classic

Cape Verde’s Kriol Star shocked Petro de Luanda 71–69 in overtime, sealing the win with Lewis Uvwo’s buzzer-beating layup. The Sahara Conference debutants now stand 3–3 and have announced themselves as true BAL playoff contenders.

Game Updates

May 4, 2025

Patrick Hardy Jr Leads US Monastir Past Kriol Star for Second Win Over Cape Verde Club

US Monastir, led by Patrick Hardy Jr’s 29-point performance, defeated BAL debutants Kriol Star 91-83. The 2022 BAL champions moved to 3-2, securing a crucial win and edging closer to the 2025 Basketball Africa League Playoffs in South Africa.

Game Updates

May 2, 2025

McGlynn Drops 29 as Kriol Star Outlast Dakar in BAL Overtime Classic to Stay Alive

Patrick McGlynn’s 29-point explosion led Kriol Star to a dramatic 95-92 OT win over Dakar. With both BAL Sahara Conference teams now 2-2, playoff qualification for Pretoria remains wide open heading into a decisive final weekend.

Game Updates

May 2, 2025

Petro de Luanda Stun US Monastir to Keep BAL 2025 Playoff Hopes Alive

Reigning BAL champions Petro de Luanda staged a second-half comeback to defeat US Monastir 78-68 in a pivotal Sahara Conference clash. The Angolan powerhouse now sits 2-2 and reclaims momentum in the race for BAL playoff contention

Game Updates

April 30, 2025

US Monastir Dominate Kriol Star as Babacar Sane and PJ Hardy Lead BAL Victory

US Monastir overwhelmed Kriol Star 88–72 in Dakar behind standout performances from Babacar Sane, PJ Hardy, and Firas Lahyani. Monastir’s suffocating defence and three-point shooting proved too much in this Basketball Africa League showdown

Game Updates

April 27, 2025

Monastir Bounce back to Stun Reigning Champs Petro de Luanda at BAL 2025

US Monastir bounced back in emphatic style, shocking Petro de Luanda 87-73 to blow the Sahara Conference wide open. Babacar Sané starred with 24 points, inspiring a powerful Monastir response after their opening loss to ASC Ville de Dakar.

Game Updates

April 27, 2025

ASC Ville de Dakar Stuns US Monastir in Thrilling Sahara Conference Upset Before Roaring Home Crowd

ASC Ville de Dakar pulled off a historic Basketball Africa League upset, outlasting 2022 champions US Monastir 70-67. Fueled by a raucous home crowd, ASCVD’s balanced attack and gritty defence sparked wild celebrations in Dakar Arena.

Game Updates

April 27, 2025

Petro de Luanda Dismantle Kriol Stars to Launch Ruthless BAL Title Defence in Sahara Opener

Petro de Luanda made a dominant statement in the BAL Sahara Conference opener, crushing debutants Kriol Stars 103-74. Led by Aboubacar Gakou’s 19 points, Petro’s depth, pace, and clinical execution highlighted their title-defending intent early.

Team Profiles

April 25, 2025

Team Profile: Petro de Luanda – Roster, Key Players & Outlook for 2025 BAL Sahara Conference

Petro de Luanda returns to the 2025 BAL with a retooled roster, fresh firepower, and title defence ambitions. With stars like Solo Diabaté and EJ Anosike but not Samkelo Cele, the Angolan champs face the Sahara gauntlet head-on.

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