The defending champions edge FAP in Yaounde

Al Ahly Benghazi - FAP Yaounde 86:77

The defending champions edged FAP in Yaounde in their opener of the Elite 16, Division West in BAL. Al Ahly Benghazi posted an 86-77 win due to the first half. Al Ahly Benghazi started with a 21-18 run and added a 24-16 rally in the second frame. FAP Yaounde replied with a 23-20 run in the third quarter, whilst Al Ahly closed the game with a final 21-20 rally.
Zach Lofton (193-G-1993, college: NM State, agency: Slash Sports) ledt the way with 25 points, whilst Souleyman Diabate (183-PG-1987, agency: Interperformances) added 13. Arnold Kome (195-F-1992) answered with 22 points in the losing effort, whilst Jalone Friday (206-C-1996, college: NM State) poured in 11.