Angola claimed a dramatic 74-73 victory over Cameroon in a FIBA AfroBasket 2025 qualifier that went down to the final possession on August 24th. The Angolan national team, a perennial powerhouse in African basketball, survived a major scare to begin their qualifying campaign with a nail-biting win. Cameroon led for large portions of the game, using their athleticism to disrupt Angola's rhythm and build a small but persistent lead. Angola chipped away in the fourth quarter, setting up a frantic finish. The decisive moment came in the final seconds, as Angola scored on a well-executed inbound play to take a one-point lead, followed by a missed last-second attempt from Cameroon. The match was a testament to the growing competitiveness of African basketball, with Cameroon pushing the favorites to the limit. Angola's coach acknowledged the tough challenge, while Cameroon's staff took pride in a performance that announced them as a serious contender.