The Namuwongo Blazers capped off their regular season campaign in style with a commanding 83-74 victory over the City Oilers in the National Basketball League (NBL) on Friday at the Lugogo Indoor Arena. This win marks their second triumph over the Oilers this season, solidifying their dominance in the league.
With this victory, the Blazers finished the regular season at the top of the standings, recording an impressive 19 wins and only three losses in their 22 games. The match began strongly for the Blazers, with Innocent Ochera’s layup helping them secure a nine-point lead (25-16) by the end of the first quarter.
City Oilers fought back valiantly, showcasing excellent ball rotation and narrowing the gap to just five points (42-47) by halftime. The third quarter saw a thrilling comeback attempt by the Oilers, with Fayed Bale hitting consecutive three-pointers to tie the game at 50-50, sparking jubilation among their fans. Benjamin Kawumi’s jump shot further reduced the deficit to one point (59-60) heading into the final quarter.
However, the Blazers maintained their composure in the closing moments. With just 1:23 left on the clock, Tonny Drileba’s deep three-pointer extended their lead to nine points (79-70), sealing the victory. Despite a spirited effort, the Oilers fell short in front of their passionate home crowd.
Key contributions from Joel Lukoji (17 points), Anthony Chukwuba (14 points), Moses Mugisha (13 points), and Peter Obleng (11 points) ensured the Blazers’ scoring was well-distributed, highlighting their depth and teamwork.
This double victory against the City Oilers underscores the Blazers’ status as a formidable force in the NBL as they head into the playoffs with confidence.
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