Rivers Hoopers reclaim NPBL title

Rivers Hoopers have been crowned champions of the 2026 Nigeria Premier Basketball League after an unbeaten run in the Final Four playoffs in Port Harcourt. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-hoopers-reclaim-npbl-title/

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Rivers Hoopers have reclaimed the title of champions in the 2026 Nigeria Premier Basketball League (NPBL) after an unbeaten run in the 2026 Final Four playoffs held in Port Harcourt. The KingsMen secured the championship with a game to spare, defeating Gboko City Chiefs 88-76 on Monday and then edging Maktown Flyers 92-90 in overtime on Tuesday.

This victory marks the team's seventh NPBL title and secures their return to the Basketball Africa League in 2027. Head coach Ogoh Odaudu expressed his joy at the team's redemption, particularly after their 74-72 defeat to Maktown in last season's championship game.

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