Namuwongo Blazers will be buoyed by the return of Power forward James Okello as they host Rezlife Saints in a National Basketball League showdown on Wednesday at ABJA Park, Naalya.
Okello rejoins the lineup after serving a one-match suspension imposed by FUBA for his role in a scuffle with Livingstone’s Diopa Lukusa on Easter Monday. In addition to the suspension, he was fined $200 for the altercation.
His comeback arrives at a crucial time for the Blazers, who are riding a wave of momentum with nine consecutive wins this season. Okello’s physical presence and leadership on the court will further strengthen a side already in red-hot form.
He’s currently averaging 8.8 points and 5.5 rebounds per game and brings valuable playoff experience to a team eyeing the top spot.
Rezlife Saints, meanwhile, come into the game with an even 5-5 record. They are looking to bounce back from a narrow 49-55 loss to JT Jaguars and will be aiming to upset the Blazers in what could be a turning point for their campaign.
A win for Nam Blazers would extend their unbeaten run to ten games, while the Saints will hope to shake off inconsistency with a major scalp on the road.
