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The UCU Canons outlasted the KCCA Panthers, 90-80, in an exciting encounter at the MTN Lugogo Arena on Sunday.
The UCU Canons outlasted the KCCA Panthers, 90-80, in an exciting encounter at the MTN Lugogo Arena on Sunday.
In what was a high-scoring game between sides that shared a similar season record, it was the Canons that came up victorious to record back-to-back wins.
Both teams had multiple players in double digits in scoring, highlighting their offensive arsenal.
Jimmy Otim continued to be the go-to man for the Canons as he scored a game-high 25 points to go with four rebounds and assists.
Kevin Kasobya and Kayiira Joel also posted personal season highs with 12 and 14 points off the bench in the win.
The Panthers also played their part in a thrilling game, with Martin Buluma and Salim Kisilu scoring 16 points for the town hall side.
The first quarter proved to be the all-decisive difference maker in the game as the Canons won it 24-15, with all the other quarters decided by less than six points.
The interior was the eating ground for both teams, as the Panthers and Canons combined 64 points in the paint.
The bench from the Canons provided a massive boost to the outcome of the game, as 38 points came from that department.
The Canons will look to build momentum further and climb up the table when they face the newcomers, Rezlife Saints, in their next fixture.
For the Panthers, a clash with high-flying KIU Titans is next up as they seek to return to winning ways.
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