Afrobasket: Okogie Shines As D’Tigers Beat Defending Champs Tunisia

Nigeria's men's national basketball team, D'Tigers, secured a significant victory over defending champions Tunisia in the 2025 AfroBasket tournament. Led by standout performer Josh Okogie, who scored 33 points, the Tigers dominated the game from the start, outscoring Tunisia in the first quarter and maintaining their lead throughout.

Okogie's explosive display, supported by contributions from Caleb Agada and Emmanuel Omogbo, led to a balanced offensive attack that proved too much for Tunisia to handle. Head coach Mohammed Abdulrahman credited the team's success to their strong player relationships and collective effort.

The win marks Nigeria's second consecutive victory in Group B, positioning them well for advancement in the tournament. With an unbeaten record in the group stage, D'Tigers are aiming to reclaim continental dominance in the AfroBasket competition.