Nigeria, July 7 -- The excitement continued in Lagos as the FIBA Africa Zone 3 U17 Academies Basketball Tournament moved into its final stages, with the top teams now confirmed for the semi-finals.

The tournament, which began on Saturday, 5 July, has brought together talented young players from basketball academies across Nigeria, all fighting for a chance to be crowned champions.

Held at the indoor gym of the Dolphins Female Basketball Foundation, the tournament entered Day 2 on Sunday with fast-paced matches and thrilling action.

Teams stepped up their performances, knowing that every point counted as the quarter-finals rolled in.

In the boys' category, the Raptors narrowly beat M2 Academy 12-10 to secure their semi-final spot. Beav...