Senegal powered past Nigeria’s D’Tigers 91-75 to secure a place in the Afrobasket 2025 semi-finals in Luanda, Angola.
The D’Tigers started brightly, edging the first quarter 28-27, but Senegal wrestled control in the second period.
A quick 6-0 run, capped by three-pointers from Jean-Jacques Boissy and Amar Sylla, set the tone as they outscored Nigeria 30-18 to lead 53-42 at half-time.
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Senegal’s dominance continued after the break, with Brancou Badio pouring in a game-high 32 points.
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Boissy added 21, while Moustapha Diop chipped in 14, ensuring Senegal stayed in front despite a late Nigerian rally.
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For Nigeria, Ike Nwamu led with 15 points, supported by Stan Okoye (14), Caleb Agada (12) and Martins Igbanu (12), but their fightback in the fourth quarter proved too late.
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The defeat ends Nigeria’s run in Angola, while Senegal progress to face Mali in an all-West African semi-final. The winner will meet either hosts Angola or Egypt in Sunday’s final.
