The Uganda National Basketball League (NBL) saw KCCA Men secure a hard‑fought 77–68 victory over Kampala Rockets on 14 May 2026. The home side used a dominant second quarter to take control and never looked back, improving their record in the competitive Ugandan top flight.

Match Overview

KCCA Men started slowly, trailing by three points after the first quarter. However, a defensive adjustment in the second period stifled the Kampala Rockets’ offence, limiting them to just 12 points in the quarter. KCCA capitalised with fast‑break scoring and a strong inside presence, building a 14‑point lead by halftime. The Rockets fought back in the third, cutting the gap to single digits, but KCCA responded with composure in the fourth to close out the win.

Key Moments

• Second‑quarter lockdown: KCCA forced five turnovers and held the Rockets to 3‑of‑15 shooting in the period.
• Third‑quarter response: Kampala Rockets opened the second half with a 10‑2 run, narrowing the score to 52–48.
• Fourth‑quarter dagger: KCCA’s point guard hit a step‑back jumper with 2 minutes left to push the lead back to nine.
• Rebounding dominance: KCCA outrebounded the Rockets 42–30, controlling second‑chance points.

Standout Players

KCCA Men were led by their veteran forward, who posted 22 points and 11 rebounds for a double‑double. The bench also contributed crucial minutes, with two reserves scoring in double figures. For the Kampala Rockets, the starting shooting guard poured in 24 points, but received limited support from his teammates.

Season Implications

KCCA Men’s victory strengthens their push for a top‑four finish in the Uganda NBL standings. The Kampala Rockets, meanwhile, drop to a .500 record and will need to tighten their defence to remain in playoff contention.