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D’Tigress draw lessons after loss to Los Angeles Sparks

Nigeria’s D’Tigress lost 89-63 to Los Angeles Sparks in a historic preseason game in the United States. The match marked the first time a national team faced a WNBA franchise,

D’Tigress draw lessons after loss to Los Angeles Sparks
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April 27, 2026byThe Nation
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Nigeria’s D’Tigress lost 89-63 to Los Angeles Sparks in a historic preseason game in the United States.

The match marked the first time a national team faced a WNBA franchise, serving as key preparation for the FIBA Women’s World Cup.

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Pallas Kunaiyi-Akpanah led Nigeria with 11 points, while Ucho Izoje added 10. Promise Amukamara and Ezinne Kalu scored eight each.

Despite the defeat, D’Tigress showed resilience and gained valuable experience against elite opposition. They will next face Minnesota Lynx.

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