Algeria comes from behind to outscore Tunisia

Algeria - Tunisia 66:56
Algeria enjoyed another victory at All-Africa Games. They routed Tunisia 66:56 in classification round for the 5th-8th spots. Algeria took to a better start as they led 18:13 after the opening frame. Tunisia gradually found the right rhythm and bounced back with a strong second quarter to cut the deficit to 26:29 at halftime.
The things got much better for Tunisia in the third quarter when they managed to establish a 43:42 advantage. But the home side cheered up by the local fans delivered in the final stanza. They smashed Tunisia defence and rushed to a winning result. Wahiba Aissani (170-F-79) scored 23 points to pace hosts. Kenza Gheroumi added another 10 points for the winners. Fatma Barkallah netted 16 points for Tunisia. Maha Chelly (-82) ensured another 13 points in losing clause.
Algeria had an edge under the rims as they outrebounded Tunisia 37:34. They also shot 43% from the field, but were inconsistant from free throw line converting just 52%.
Algeria will now fight for the 5th spot tomorrow.

Algeria: Wahiba Aissani 23 points, Kenza Gheroumi 10
Tunisia: Fatma Barkallah 16, Maha Chelly 13.