Short Handed South Sudan Suffers 80–88 Defeat to Guinea in Afrobasket 2025 Opener

Short Handed South Sudan Suffers 80–88 Defeat to Guinea in Afrobasket 2025 Opener

South Sudan’s Bright Stars faced a disappointing start to their Afrobasket 2025 campaign, falling 80–88 to Guinea in their opening match. 

The team entered the game without several of its star players, including Carlik Jones, Bul Kuol, JT Thor, Khaman Maluach, Marial Shayok, and Sunday Dech, a setback that left them lacking both firepower and experience.

Despite flashes of skill and determination from the youthful squad, the absence of key veterans proved costly as Guinea capitalized on the opportunity.