Cote d'Ivoire snatched a dramatic 82-81 victory over Cape Verde in a FIBA AfroBasket group stage thriller decided in the final seconds. The Ivorians showed tremendous heart to come from behind and steal a win that could prove pivotal for their tournament hopes. Cape Verde led for the majority of the game, holding a slim but persistent advantage thanks to their three-point shooting. In the fourth quarter, Cote d'Ivoire ramped up their defensive pressure and began to chip away at the deficit. The game-winning sequence saw an Ivorian player drive to the basket and score a tough layup with contact, drawing a foul and completing the three-point play with only seconds left on the clock. Cape Verde's last-second heave was off target, sealing a memorable comeback win for Cote d'Ivoire in one of the most exciting match results of the tournament so far.