Nigeria’s U18 D’Tigers Dominate Benin In U18 Afrobasket Qualifier

Nigeria’s U18 D’Tigers Dominate Benin In U18 Afrobasket Qualifier

Sampson Adedeji

Nigeria’s U18 men’s basketball team delivered a dominant performance on Tuesday, thrashing Benin by a commanding margin to kick off their U18 Afrobasket qualifying campaign in style, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The D’Tigers cruised to a 96-35 victory, showcasing superior athleticism, defensive intensity, and offensive firepower against their West African rivals.

The 61-point blowout sent a clear message across the continent that Nigeria’s next generation is ready to compete at the highest level.

Isaiah John led all scorers with 18 points, while Victor Nwafor chipped in with 17 points as the two young stars spearheaded the attack.

Nigeria’s balanced scoring and relentless pressure on defense left Benin struggling to find any rhythm throughout the contest.

From the opening tip, the D’Tigers dictated the tempo, building a substantial lead by halftime and never looking back.

The lopsided final score reflects a complete team effort, with strong contributions across the roster. With this impressive opening win, Nigeria’s U18 squad has positioned itself as one of the teams to watch in the qualifiers.