Rivers Hoopers delivered a devastating blow to Kwara Falcons, securing a 104-43 victory in the Atlantic Conference of the 2024 Nigeria Premier Basketball League. Michael Okiki spearheaded the offensive onslaught with 22 points, while teammates Abel Offia (16 points), Patrick Abah (15 points), and Michael Daramola (12 points) contributed significantly to the team’s second consecutive 100+ point performance.
The KingsMen established their dominance early, with Okiki igniting the offence through four three-pointers in the opening quarter. The lead ballooned exponentially through the second and third quarters, highlighted by a devastating 40-point advantage following the Falcons’ five-minute scoring drought. The exclamation point came when Toye Duro-Ladipo’s late three-pointer pushed the team past the century mark.
“We have been in training camp for a long time, so that has helped us pick the six wins we have now,” shared Offia, reflecting on the team’s unbeaten streak. “It brought us together and ensured we were all on the same pace and winning all six.” Looking ahead to their crucial matchup, he added confidently, “We are all locked in, as you can see, and we are ready to play. We will give it our best and try to get the win for the team and the people in Port Harcourt.”
The stage is now set for a dramatic conclusion to the conference as the undefeated Rivers Hoopers prepare to face fellow unbeaten squad Hoops and Read in Saturday’s season finale. This upcoming clash promises to be a defining moment in determining the conference’s supreme team, with both sides putting their perfect records on the line in what could be the most significant game of the season.
