Nigeria’s Junior D’Tigers is set to face a formidable challenge in the quarterfinal of the ongoing FIBA 2024 U-18 Afrobasket in Pretoria, South Africa as they’ve been drawn to face West African neighbors, Mali
Despite finishing third in Group B due to a slim points differential, the Nigerian teens have shown resilience throughout the tournament. They secured victories over Angola and Uganda, overcoming adversity in both games.
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Mali, on the other hand, has been a dominant force, remaining undefeated and advancing to the quarterfinals with ease. However, while Mali has been impressive, they are not invincible.
A statistical analysis reveals that Nigeria possesses several advantages over Mali, including a higher field goal percentage, two-point field goal percentage, blocks, and steals. Although Mali excels in three-point shooting, free throw conversion, rebounding, and assists, Nigeria’s overall performance suggests they have a competitive edge.
The matchup between Nigeria and Mali promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams look to secure a place in the semifinals.
