City Oilers win tenth straight ahead of BAL

City Oilers' Tony Drileba contests for the ball with Joseph Kumbai(red) of the Ndejje Angels |FUBA image

BASKETBALL City Oilers win tenth straight ahead of BAL

Ian Asabo 22:49 - 16.04.2023

The City Oilers continue their dominant run in the National Basketball League with their tenth straight victory, defeating the Ndejje Angels 79-57 in a hard-fought game.

 The City Oilers continue their dominant run in the National Basketball League with their tenth straight victory, defeating the Ndejje Angels 79-57 in a hard-fought game.

 The defending champions had to come back from a one-point deficit at halftime to secure the win.

 Ruai Luak led the game in scoring for the fourth straight time with an impressive 26 points, accompanied by four assists and four rebounds. 

Titus Lual returned to the side after being rested on Friday and contributed with 15 points and 11 rebounds, displaying his impressive form.

 Ivan Muhwezi was the other player for the Oilers who scored in double digits with 11 points, three assists, and rebounds.

 Jonathan Oketch was the leading scorer for the Ndejje Angels with 15 points, and he was accompanied by his teammates Bolton Rujumba (12) and Joseph Kumbai (13) in double digits.

 Despite their efforts, the Angels suffered their fourth straight defeat and will look to avoid a fifth when they face the JKL Dolphins in their next match. 

The City Oilers, on the other hand, will compete in the upcoming Basketball Africa League, and their first game will be against Petro De Luanda on April 27th.

 With their current form, they will aim to continue their dominance and make a strong start in the tournament.

 Overall, the City Oilers displayed an impressive performance to secure their tenth consecutive win, while the Ndejje Angels will look to bounce back and end their losing streak in their next game.