Nigeria’s D’Tigress Knocked Out Of Olympics By USA

D’Tigress of Nigeria were eliminated from the 2024 Paris Olympics after an 88-74 quarter-final loss to the United States.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that D’Tigress of Nigeria have crashed out of the women’s basketball event at the 2024 Paris Olympics after a valiant effort.

The team was defeated 88-74 by the United States in the quarter-final at the Bercy Arena in Paris on Wednesday.

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The fairy tale run of the Rena Wakama-led ladies came to a halt beneath the heels of the formidable Americans.

D’Tigress began the tournament with a historic victory, defeating Australia in their opening match and recording their first Olympic win in 20 years.

This momentum carried them to a landmark achievement, qualifying for their first-ever appearance in the last eight of the Olympic basketball tournament after a 79-70 triumph over Canada in their final group game.

In the quarter-final clash against the United States, D’Tigress initially kept pace, ending the first quarter with a score of 26-17.

However, the Americans extended their lead to 52-33 by halftime. Despite Nigeria’s persistent efforts, they couldn’t match the US team’s prowess, ultimately falling to a 14-point defeat.

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Ezinne Kalu emerged as D’Tigress’ standout player throughout the tournament, her aggressiveness and energy significantly boosting the team’s performance.

Team captain Amy Okonkwo also shone brightly, alongside Promise Amukamara and Musa Marjanatu, who delivered impressive performances.

The American team advanced to the semi-finals, leaving D’Tigress to reflect on their remarkable journey and achievements at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

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