Namuwongo Blazers edged City Oilers 74-70 in a physical Game 4 contest at Lugogo indoor stadium on Saturday to take a crucial step toward the NBL title.
Basketball fans faced an intense night of nerves and drama as the two sides traded blows in a high-stakes encounter.
Much as the Oilers held a higher field goal percentage of 42%, the Blazers proved more clinical in the paint and on fast breaks.
The Blazers dominated the interior by scoring 48 points in the paint, while the Oilers managed 44.
Namuwongo also relied on their transition play, producing 17 points from fast breaks and a collective 27 assists.
Moments of poor officiation marred the physical contest, leaving both players and the massive crowd frustrated at various stages.
The atmosphere was electric as the Lugogo indoor stadium overflowed, with many supporters forced to watch from outside the arena.
High-profile figures including State Minister for Sport Peter Ogwang and NCS General Secretary Bernard Ogwel were among the spectators present.
City Oilers will now look to avenge their narrow four-point defeat as the series moves to a decisive Game 5 tonight.
Can Namuwongo Blazers win Game 5?
Namuwongo Blazers will look to maintain their momentum against City Oilers in Game 5 tonight at Lugogo indoor stadium after their recent narrow victory.
Game 4 Statistics:
- Score: Namuwongo Blazers 74-70 City Oilers
- Blazers paint points: 48
- Oilers paint points: 44
- Blazers field goal %: 38%
- Oilers field goal %: 42%
- Blazers fast-break points: 17
- Blazers assists: 27
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Source: Kawowo Sports
