Team Nigeria’s 3×3 basketball team opened their Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games campaign on a winning note with a 21-17 victory over the Cayman Islands.
Playing under the fast-paced FIBA 3×3 format, the Nigerian side displayed impressive shooting accuracy and disciplined defending, reaching the 21-point winning mark with one minute and 36 seconds left on the clock.
The victory reflected the team’s thorough preparations under the National Sports Commission (NSC), as the players carried their confidence and high morale from the Games Village onto the court.
Nigeria maintained a consistent offensive rhythm throughout the contest, managed their foul count effectively, and capitalised on defensive lapses by the Cayman Islands to stay in control.
The win gives Team Nigeria an important early boost in the group stage, strengthening their chances of advancing in the competition. The players and technical crew will now shift their attention to their remaining group matches as they seek to build on the impressive opening performance.
