FIBA World Cup: Nigeria D’Tigers Qualify For Tokyo 2020 Olympics
LAGOS SEPTEMBER 9TH (NEWSRANGERS)- Nigeria’s D’Tigers have qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics courtesy their hard-earned victory over hosts China in the final classification game on Sunday at the ongoing FIBA World Cup in Guangzhou, China.
The Nigerian lads beat China by 86-73 points to win the qualification slot for Africa.
The Alex Nwora-led side lost the first quarter by 21-19 points but bounced back in the final three quarters, with 10-16, 20-25 and 22-26 points.
Josh Okogie emerged Nigeria’s top performer with 19 points, five rebounds, three assists, three steals, and two blocks.
In front of a sellout crowd at the Guangzhou Gymnasium, Nigeria edged the hosts.
It has been a tough tournament for Nigeria, recording heartbreaking losses to Russia and Argentina in their opening group games.
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on Sep 9 2019. Filed under National.
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