National basketball League
Today, Lugogo
Men
Blazers v Canons 7pm
Oilers v Saints 9pm
Sunday, Lugogo
Women
Queens v Nabisunsa 12pm
Angels v Lady Jaguars 2pm
Men
Jaguars v Saints 4pm
Oilers v Canons 6pm
The opening round of the National Basketball League reaches its climax this weekend with a gripping battle for top spot, as Namuwongo Blazers and City Oilers look to assert dominance heading into the second phase.
All eyes will be on Friday’s fixtures, where the Blazers face UCU Canons aiming to protect their lead, while the Oilers take on Rezlife Saints with hopes of maintaining a flawless record.
Namuwongo have set the pace for most of the round, winning nine of their ten outings to sit at the summit with 19 points. Their consistency has made them the team to beat, but their grip on top position could be tested if they slip up against a determined UCU side still pushing to climb the standings.
City Oilers, just a point behind but with a game in hand, have quietly built momentum with a perfect run so far. Victories in both their remaining games this weekend would not only preserve their unbeaten streak but could also see them leapfrog the Blazers into first place.
Rezlife Saints, currently among the top contenders, will be eager to disrupt the Oilers’ charge, knowing a positive result could strengthen their push for a top-four finish. Meanwhile, Sunday’s clash between JT Jaguars and Rezlife Saints adds further intrigue to the men’s competition.
In the women’s league, attention shifts to Lugogo Arena on Sunday, where key matchups could influence the standings. UCU Lady Canons continue to lead the pack, with KCCA Leopards and JKL Lady Dolphins in pursuit.
Recent results have already shaken the table, with UPDF Lady Tomahawks pulling off a notable win over defending champions JKL Lady Dolphins, while Angels Basketball Club celebrated their first victory of the season in dramatic fashion.
With positions still up for grabs across both leagues, the final round of the first phase promises high-intensity action and potential shifts at the top.
