National Basketball League
Friday
KCCA Leopards v KIU Rangers,7pm
Nam Blazers v JT Jaguars,9pm
This Friday’s National Basketball League clash between Nam Blazers and JT Jaguars at Lugogo is shaping up to be a blockbuster. Both teams come into the tie unbeaten, with high stakes and even higher intensity expected on court.
The Blazers, coached by Stephen Nyeko, are riding high after a strong start to the season, boasting wins over City Oilers, Victoria Crocs, and most recently, JKL Dolphins on Wednesday. The quick turnaround may pose a fatigue risk, but the Blazers’ deep roster highlighted by five double digit scorers in their last outing gives them a competitive edge.
On the other hand, Coach Sudi Ulanga’s Jaguars are hungry and confident after a statement 74-64 win against the City Oilers. With new signings like Peter Sifuma and Fadhil Chuma adding size and chemistry to the frontcourt, the Jaguars are no longer the underdogs. The form of point guard Ian Duncan Lubwama will be key as they aim to snap the Blazers’ win streak and rewrite last season’s narrative, which saw them fall to the Blazers in both matchups.
This encounter is not just a battle for bragging rights it could set the tone for the title race.
