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Nairobi City Thunder strike down Jo’burg Giants, stay in hunt for African title

Nairobi City Thunder

Lance Robert Thomas (left) of Nairobi City Thunder attempts to dribble past Tonny Drileba of Namuwongo Blazers during the Road to Basketball Africa League (BAL) Elite 16 East Division match at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani on November 18, 2025.

Photo credit: Chris Omollo | Nation Media Group

What you need to know:

  • US-born small forward, Albert Odero, was the hero of the night, sinking 21 points for Thunder, including the decisive winning basket.
  • Johannesburg’s Dhieu Abwok Deing scored a game-high 27 points, supported by Joshua Ozabor (25) and Nkosinathi Sibanyoni (15).

Hosts Nairobi City Thunder on Thursday survived a fierce late surge by Johannesburg Giants to prevail 86-83 in a thrilling Road to Basketball Africa League (BAL) Elite 16 East Division match at Kasarani Indoor Arena in Nairobi.

Following the victory, Nairobi City Thunder sealed top spot in Group 'A' to keep alive hope of a second straight qualification for BAL tournament proper.