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, from December 12 to 21, 2008. The tournament, organized by

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, and hosted by

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, was contested by 12 teams split into 2 groups of 6, the first four of which qualifying for the knock-out stage, quarter, semifinals and final. The tournament was won by

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, thus successfully retaining its title.

Qualification

Draw

Squads

Preliminary round

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Group A

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Group B

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Knockout stage

Quarter-finals

9th-12th place

5th-8th place

Semifinals

11th place

9th place

7th place

5th place

Bronze medal game

Gold medal game

Final standings

Primeiro de Agosto roster
Mayzer Alexandre,

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, Adilson Baza,

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, Simão João, Carlos Almeida,

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Coach:

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Statistical Leaders

All Tournament Team

References

External links

2008 FIBA Africa Champions Cup Official Website

FIBA Africa official website
{{FIBA Africa Clubs Champions Cup 2008 FIBA Africa Basketball Club Championship 2008 FIBA Africa Basketball Club Championship 2008 FIBA Africa Basketball Club Championship International basketball competitions hosted by Tunisia