Basketball : Coal City Blazers Beat Edo Beads 74-58 in NPBL 2026 Opener
Coal City Blazers began their 2026 Nigeria Basketball Premier League campaign on a winning note after defeating Edo Beads 74-58 in their opening game at the Benin Centre on Day One of the competition.
The encounter, which was the second game of the day, saw Coal City Blazers execute their game plan effectively against an Edo Beads side that struggled to convert several scoring opportunities.
Coal City took control of key moments in the game, capitalising on Edo Beads’ missed chances and defensive lapses to build a comfortable lead.
Despite flashes of brilliance from Edo Beads, the Enugu-based side maintained composure throughout the contest and dominated both ends of the court to secure the 16-point victory.
The result gives Coal City Blazers an early boost in the race for a strong start to the 2026 NBPL season.
