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18-year-old James Nnaji shows development to help Barcelona beat Baskonia.
Nigerian basketball youngster James Ugochukwu Nnaji was in action for Barcelona in the EuroLeague on Thursday, January 19, 2023.
The 18-year-old Nnaji featured for Barcelona as they recorded a shock 85-78 away victory against Spanish rivals Baskonia on the European stage.
Nnaji was named as part of the bench unit by Head Coach Šarūnas Jasikevičius for the continental fixture.
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Nnaji shines for Barcelona in EuroLeague
Nnaji was a spark off the bench for Barcelona in limited minutes against a tough rival.
The first quarter was a tie, Barcelona pulled away to get a seven-point lead at the halftime break.
Baskonia reduced the lead to one point at the end of the third quarter as Barcelona stormed back with a huge run late in the fourth quarter to seal the victory.
In the intense clash, Nnaji featured for 10 minutes and did not waste the opportunity to show off his skills.
He contributed four points and two rebounds made the two shots he took and was altering shots at the rim.
It was a descent outing for Nnaji at the second biggest basketball competition in the world.
Tipped to declare for the 2023 NBA draft, Nnaji continues to impress on the big stage when given the opportunity.
Nnaji returns to action for Barcelona in their next outing in the league against Bilbao scheduled for Sunday, January 22, 2023.
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