Nigeria

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The Nigeria national basketball team, known as D'Tigers, is a formidable force in African basketball and a regular contender on the global stage. Representing the nation in FIBA competitions, the team's home games are played in various arenas across the country, with passionate fans creating a vibrant atmosphere. The team was formed under the Nigeria Basketball Federation and has seen its profile rise dramatically in recent years. Their name, D'Tigers, symbolizes strength, agility, and national pride. The team's early years were marked by steady development within the African basketball landscape. A key era for D'Tigers arrived in the 2010s, culminating in a historic victory at the 2015 AfroBasket, where they defeated Angola to claim their first continental championship. This period featured star players like Ike Diogu and Al-Farouq Aminu, who led the team to consistent top finishes and, ultimately, Olympic qualification. Their defining moment came at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, where they stunned the world by defeating the United States in a pre-Olympic exhibition game, announcing their arrival as a global threat. In the modern era, the team continues to build on its success, blending NBA talent such as Josh Okogie and Precious Achiuwa with experienced domestic stars. Recent campaigns have seen them qualify for consecutive FIBA World Cups and the Olympics, where they have competed fiercely against the world's best. The team's competitiveness is rooted in athleticism, defensive intensity, and improving perimeter shooting. The fan base, both at home and in the diaspora, is known for its energetic support, often seen in a sea of green and white. In summary, Nigeria's D'Tigers stand as Africa's premier basketball powerhouse, consistently challenging the global elite with a dynamic and talented roster.

Overview

Matches

Squad

Match Result

Competition

Time

Round

Home

Away

FIBA AF Qualifier

2026 Jul 5

Rwanda

106

Nigeria

29-49

FIBA AF Qualifier

2026 Jul 3

Nigeria

Guinea

46-40

FIBA AF Qualifier

2026 Jul 2

Tunisia

Nigeria

44-43

FIBA AF Qualifier

2025 Nov 30

Nigeria

Rwanda

25-27

FIBA AF Qualifier

2025 Nov 29

Guinea

Nigeria

35-26

FIBA AF Qualifier

2025 Nov 27

Nigeria

Tunisia

32-35

Best

PTS

OREB

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AST

BLK

#Players

Per Game

M.Udeze

18.7

J. Okogie

14.5

C.Agada

14.0

Nigeria Team Profile & Season Overview | current tournament 2027

Discover everything about Nigeria on Tiger Scores 365, including the latest team profile, season statistics, Nigeria fixtures, Nigeria results, Nigeria standings, and player information for the current tournament 2027. All team data is updated regularly from official competition records, helping fans stay informed throughout the season.

Founded in 0, Nigeria represents Nigeria in the league and plays its home games at the home stadium, a venue with a seating capacity of the available seating capacity. The club continues to compete across the current current tournament campaign.

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Standings

FIBA AF Qualifier 2027

Qualifiers

Group Stage