Ghana’s Spintex Knights have qualified for the Elite 16 stage of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) after winning all three games in the Division West group phase.
The Knights sealed qualification with a 92-71 victory over Benin’s Energie Basketball Club last Friday in Tripoli, Libya, to finish top of Group B.
The Elite 16 stage will take place in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, from November 10 to 15.
Spintex Knights made history last year by becoming the first Ghanaian team to reach the Elite 16. However, they were unable to progress beyond that stage.
The team will now look to build on its perfect group-stage run and advance further in the continental competition.
Benjamin Ashitei recorded 22 points and 11 rebounds, while Tyreek Malik Temple also contributed 22 points and 14 rebounds to lead the Knights to victory.
James Amotoe came within one rebound of a triple-double after recording 16 points, 10 assists and nine rebounds in 29 minutes and 39 seconds of action.
Amotoe finished the competition as the player with the most assists, averaging 11.5 assists per game across three matches.— Citi Sports
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