The Niagara River Lions defeated the Scarborough Shooting Stars 93-91 to advance to the CEBL championship game [1].
The victory secures the River Lions a spot in the league final, marking a critical step toward claiming the Canadian Elite Basketball League title. The win establishes the team as the top seed from the Eastern Conference.
The game took place in Winnipeg, Manitoba [2]. While some reports date the event to Aug. 22, 2025 [3], other records associate the matchup with the 2026 season, specifically July 10, 2026 [4].
Niagara maintained a narrow lead throughout the closing stages of the contest. A pivotal three-pointer by Khalil Ahmad in the final moments helped seal the 93-91 result [5]. The Shooting Stars were unable to overcome the deficit in the final seconds of the game [1].
This matchup served as the Eastern Conference Final, the deciding game to determine which team would represent the east in the championship [6]. The River Lions now prepare for the final game scheduled for Sunday [7].
The result ends the season for the Scarborough Shooting Stars, who fell just short of the championship appearance. The River Lions carry the momentum of a high-scoring, close-fought victory into the final round [1].
“The Niagara River Lions defeated the Scarborough Shooting Stars 93-91”
The River Lions' narrow victory underscores a competitive parity within the CEBL's Eastern Conference. By winning a high-pressure game in a neutral city like Winnipeg, Niagara demonstrates the mental resilience and clutch scoring ability necessary to compete for a league title.
