Nigerian 3x3 basketball team
Team Nigeria made history at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games on Friday after recording their first-ever victory in 3×3 basketball with a 21-17 win over the Cayman Islands in their Pool A opener.
PUNCH Sports Extra reports that Nigeria reached the winning mark with one minute and 36 seconds still remaining on the clock after a disciplined performance in the fast-paced encounter.
The Nigerians combined sharp shooting with solid perimeter defence to overcome a determined Cayman Islands side and make an encouraging start to their Commonwealth Games campaign.
The historic victory was celebrated by the Nigerian camp, with National Sports Commission Director-General Bukola Olopade joining the players and officials after the final buzzer. Related News Commonwealth Games: Captain Oluwafemiayo smashes world record as Nigeria dominates opening day Opute, Hassan suffer early exits in swimming, boxing Oyema, Ezuruike clinch silver on opening day
