Algeria beats DR Congo in Day 3 action

Algeria - DR Congo 56:52
Algeria National team celebrated a hard 56:52 win over DR Congo. DR Congo had a better start to this one as they led by 3 points after the opening frame. Algeria rebounded in the second stanza and rushed ahead. They sealed a 28:22 advantage at halftime. DR Congo kept it at a striking distance throughout the third quarter but Algeria never allowed them to come too close. Algeria survived the fourth frame surge from Congolese players and posted another victory at the home tournament.
Rachida Belaidi (-79) produced 14 points for the hosts. Wahiba Aissani (170-F-79) added another 10 points for the winners. DR Congo were led by Pauline Akonga (-82) and Olingende Yabuka with 10 points apiece. They also combined 25 rebounds in a loss. DR Congo had a massive advantage in the paint outrebounding Algeria 58:32. The home side meanwhile shot better 39% from the field. DR Congo faces Mozambique later tonight. Algeria takes on Cote d'Ivoire today.

Algeria: Rachida Belaidi 14 points, Wahiba Aissani 10
DR Congo: Pauline Akonga 10+14 boards, Olingende Yabuka 10+11 boards.