The JT Jaguars snatched a dramatic 67–66 victory over KCCA Men in an intense Uganda NBL matchup on May 23, 2026, at a packed venue in Kampala. The one-point thriller kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer, with the Jaguars securing their second consecutive home win of the season.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, both teams displayed fierce defensive intensity. KCCA Men, known for their disciplined half-court offense, jumped out to an early lead behind sharp shooting from beyond the arc. However, the Jaguars responded with relentless pressure in the paint, led by their veteran forward. The game remained tight throughout, with neither side able to build a lead larger than seven points.

Key Moments

• First quarter: KCCA surged ahead 18–14, capitalizing on fast-break opportunities and forcing three Jaguars turnovers.
• Third quarter: The Jaguars flipped the script with a 10–2 run midway through, tying the score at 45–45 after a steal and dunk by their point guard.
• Final minute: With the Jaguars trailing 66–65, guard Isaac Sserwadda drained a mid-range jumper with 12 seconds left, giving his team a one-point lead. KCCA’s last-second three-point attempt rimmed out, sealing the win.

Standout Players

For the Jaguars, Isaac Sserwadda finished with a game-high 22 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists, including the game-winning shot. Center David Ochieng added 14 points and 11 rebounds, anchoring the defensive effort inside.

KCCA Men were led by guard Emmanuel Wanyama, who poured in 19 points and dished out 6 assists. Forward Peter Lule contributed a double-double with 12 points and 13 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Jaguars’ late surge.

Season Impact

The win moves the JT Jaguars to 7–4 on the season, strengthening their position in the top half of the Uganda NBL standings. For KCCA Men (6–5), the narrow loss halts a three-game winning streak and drops them one spot in the tightly contested table.

With the league race heating up, games like this highlight the parity and excitement of the Uganda NBL. The Jaguars will look to build on this momentum in their next road fixture, while KCCA will aim to bounce back quickly on their home court.