Rivers Hoopers head coach Ogoh Odaudu is targeting a podium finish for his team in the 2024 Basketball Africa League (BAL).

The Nigerian champions have secured a spot in the playoffs after a commanding performance in the Sahara Conference.

Rivers Hoopers, will kick off their playoff journey against AS Douanes today at the BK Arena in Kigali.

The upcoming clash promises to be a thrilling encounter, as both teams have previously faced off twice in the Sahara Conference, each clinching a victory.

“It is a great feeling. For the past two seasons, we have been watching the playoffs on television, but this season we are live in the arena. It is a reality, and we know that this is it,” Odaudu said via BSN Sports.

“Everyone is excited; the team is hyped up and looking forward to the playoffs, and we are hoping we will continue from where we stopped.

“We have gotten a little bit greedy now. We played very well, so why do we need to stop here? A podium finish is actually what we are looking for right now.”

Next for the KingsMen are Petro de Luanda or US Monastir in the quarterfinals.

“We won’t dream far ahead; we will take it one game at a time. First is AS Douanes in the seeding game, and we will use it as a test to see what we can do and what we cannot do.