Rivers Hoopers Claims Seventh NPBL Title in Overtime Win
Rivers Hoopers won the 2026 Nigeria Premier Basketball League (NPBL) title after an unbeaten run in the Final Four playoffs held in Port Harcourt. On September 22, 2026, they achieved a 92-90 overtime victory against Maktown Flyers, securing their seventh NPBL championship.
The Hoopers had already clinched the title with a game to spare after defeating Gboko City Chiefs 88-76 on September 21. In their match against the Chiefs, Rivers Hoopers made 12 three-pointers.
Maktown Flyers' earlier loss to Aso SkyHawks (72-64) confirmed Rivers Hoopers as champions. This victory avenged the Hoopers' previous season's defeat to Maktown in the championship game, which ended 74-72.
Head coach Ogoh Odaudu expressed his happiness, emphasizing the team's determination to avoid a repeat of last season's heartbreak. The championship win also ensures Rivers Hoopers' return to the Basketball Africa League in 2027 after a season-long absence.
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