Nigeria’s women’s national basketball team, the D’Tigress, suffered a second consecutive defeat on their US tour, losing 79-88 to the Minnesota Lynx.
Despite the setback, the Nigerian side delivered encouraging performances. Veteran guard Ezinne Kalu led the charge with 25 points, demonstrating her signature composure.
Gabby Williams added 16 points, showing growing comfort in running the point early in her tenure with the team.
Pallas Kunaiyi-Akpanah contributed 11 points, asserting her presence on the court, while Uche Izoje chipped in 8 points.
The loss follows an earlier defeat to the Los Angeles Sparks, signaling that while the team is facing challenges, promising individual performances suggest room for growth as the tour continues.
