NBA Nigeria Hosts Lagos Watch Party as 2026–27 Season Begins
Basketball fans gathered at Amore Gardens in Lagos for an NBA Nigeria watch party to mark the opening night of the 2026–27 season. More than 150 guests, including entertainers, media personalities, partners and fans, attended the event. Guests watched the Detroit Pistons overturn a 22-point deficit to beat the Boston Celtics 121–113. A 23–0 fourth-quarter run sealed the comeback, despite Paul George scoring 38 points in his Celtics debut. NBA Nigeria said 75 games will air in primetime across Africa this season. It also noted that six Nigerian players made opening-night rosters, while more than 20 second-generation Nigerians are expected to feature in the league.
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