Basketball Africa League - Al-Ittihad-Alexandria-beat-the-hosts-in-their-opener
Al Ittihad Alexandria beat the hosts in their opener - April 6, 2025
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George King
FUS de Rabat - Al Ittihad Alexandria 60-71
Al Ittihad Alexandria overcame FUS de Rabat in Day 1 of the BAL 2025 season. The Egyptian powerhouse posted a 71-60 win.
FUS de Rabat grabbed a 21-20 lead at the start, whilst the opponents replied with a massive 17-7 surge in the second period. Both teams nailed 18 points each in the third quarter, whilst Al Ittihad closed the game with a 16-4 run.
George King (198-G/F-1994, college: Colorado, agency: Slash Sports) led the way with 19 points and Majok Deng (205-F-1993, college: ULM) added 18. Johnathan Jordan (178-PG-1992, college: TAMUCC, agency: Slash Sports) answered with 22 points in a loss.
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Rivers H.
(193-G-1992)
Avg: 21.0
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Rivers Hoopers
(207-C-91)
