NBA Star Giannis Ugo Antetokounmpo has released a new documentary in partnership with WhatsApp highlighting his first visit back home to Nigeria. As someone who hasn’t been back to Nigeria in over 17 years, watching this film makes me want to visit even more this year so I can reconnect with my family back home. Please watch Giannis’ journey below:
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D’Tigress Wins 4th Straight AfroBasket
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History was made yesterday during the 2023 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Tournament. The Nigeria D’Tigress won their 4th straight AfroBasket title! Nigeria defeated Senegal 84-74 in the championship match.
Continue readingArike New Signature PE
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Arike Ogunbowale continues to grow as one of the faces of the WNBA. In addition to making another WNBA All Star team (check out the game this weekend), she just received a new signature PE. The Nike G.T. Cut 2 x Arike Ogunbowale is on sale now for purchase.
Continue readingJames Nnaji Gets Drafted In 2nd Rd
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James Nnaji was the 31st overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft (first pick in the second round).
Continue readingArike Scores Career High 41 Points
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Over the weekend, Dallas Wings star Arike Ogunbowale scored her career high 41 points in a loss to the Seattle Storm.
Continue readingAdebayo & Vincent Lead Heat to Game 2 NBA Finals Victory
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In a crucial game two of the NBA Finals, the Miami Heat pulled off a comeback to tie the series 1-1 with a 111-108 victory last night in Denver. Gabe Vincent led the Heat with 23 points including 4 three-pointers. While Bam Adebayo had another strong performance in these Finals with 21 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 blocks. In order for the Heat to win this series, they will need big performances from both Bam and Vincent. Let’s see if the Heat can carry this momentum into Game 3 in Miami.
Check out the recap of the game 2 HERE
Arike Named WNBA All-Star MVP
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Arike Ogunbowale was named WNBA All-Star game MVP. Arike led Team WNBA to a victory over Team USA with 26 points Check out the highlights here.
Continue readingNigeria Defeats Team USA in Exhibition Match
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In their first exhibition match in preparation for the upcoming Olympics in Tokyo in a few weeks, the Nigerian Men’s National team defeated Team USA 90-87. The victory surprised many throughout the sports world, but if you have been following this squad this outcome should be expected.
Check out the link to the full highlights here.
Continue readingBoston Celtics Name Ime Udoka Head Coach
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Ime Udoka, former NBA star and Nigeria Men National Basketball team player, becomes the 18th Head Coach in Boston Celtics history. After a seven year NBA career, Ime began serving as an assistant coach for nine years including seven years with the San Antonio Spurs under the legendary coach Gregg Popovich. Check out the official press release here.
It will be great to see what Ime does with two NBA stars Jayson Tatum & Jalen Brown. The future is bright for both Udoka and the Boston Celtics. The Celtics team color scheme are perfect for Udoka as well.
Wale Joins ESPN The Jump
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Grammy nominated & multi-platinum recording artist Wale joined ESPN The Jump to discuss his new single Angles, Nigerian basketball, the Washington Wizards, and the NBA Playoffs/Finals. As you can see Wale is always repping for Nigeria (we need that Nigeria Basketball shirt on sale somewhere). Check out the full interview here:
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