Even with 14 points down, the Kada Stars officials appeared very confident that their players, like in their characteristics, would spring surprises in their game against Delta Force today at the Indoor Hall, Package B of Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
But they were disappointed, as Delta Force clinched the game 67-63 to confirm their participation in the Top-16 of the Mark D Ball Basketball Men’s Championship.
• Delta Force players in strategic planning
Delta Force shot into early lead 22-8 and 45-22 in the first and second quarters respectively, but could not maintain the wide margin lead as the Kada Stars levelled at 62-62. At the 62-62 scoreline, the Kada Stars officials and supporters boisterously romped into frenzy jubilation, perhaps believing it would be a repeat of their game against Novena Heartlanders of Imo state that they from 21 points deficit to out-dunk their opponent.
The determined Delta Force players maintained their calm; a development that earned them the deserved victory at 67-63.
