Army Secures Seventh Victory in Himalayan Java National Basketball League

Tribhuvan Army Club secured its seventh win in the Himalayan Java National Basketball League 2026 by defeating Solo Basketball Club 88-70 on Wednesday. The tournament, organized by the Nepal Basketball Association, features eight competing teams, with the winner awarded a cash prize of Rs 400,000.

In the match held on 11 Chaitra in Kathmandu, Army gained 15 points to rise to the top of the standings. Although Times and Goldengate have equal points, Army leads on point difference. Goldengate holds second place while Times is third. Solo suffered its sixth defeat and managed to accumulate only 10 points.

Army took a 20-16 lead in the first quarter, but Solo surged ahead with a 33-18 advantage in the second quarter to lead 49-38 at halftime. In the third quarter, Army dominated 23-10, taking a 61-59 lead into the fourth quarter. Maintaining momentum, Army extended their lead 27-11 in the final quarter to secure the victory.

The second edition of the competition will feature a total of 56 games, with the top four teams advancing to the playoffs. The playoff champion will receive a cash prize of Rs 400,000, the runner-up will get Rs 200,000, and the third-place team will be awarded Rs 100,000. Additionally, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the tournament will also be honored with a special award.