Darius Thompson won't play for Italy in FIBA World Cup 2023

2023-07-19

Darius Thompson is not expected to be among the Italian NT 16-man roster that will be announced by the federation later on, according to BasketNews' Orazio Cauchi. The reason for Thompson's absence from the FIBA World Cup 2023 is due to issues with his passport documents. Apparently, not all the necessary papers required for his Italian passport are ready.
Maxi Kleber withdraws from Germany's WC campaign following Schroder's comments

2023-07-18

Almost out of nowhere, Maxi Kleber found himself being accused of intentionally skipping the 2022 EuroBasket after his Germany NT teammate Dennis Schroder questioned the motives and reasons behind that decision.  In an interview during the Got Nexxt show by basketball insider Andre Voigt, Schroder criticized Kleber and said that he didn't approve of his decision to skip the EuroBasket 2022.
Nick Calathes will not play for Greece in 2023 FIBA World Cup

2023-07-18

After Kostas Sloukas' declaration to skip the upcoming 2023 FIBA World Cup, one more guard has made the decision to not play for Greece. Nick Calathes will miss the international tournament as well. He has informed head coach Dimitris Itoudis about his decision. The 34-year-old plans to rest during the summer before the upcoming EuroLeague season, Gazzetta.gr note.
Schroder doubles down on Maxi Kleber's criticism: 'It was weird to me'

2023-07-18

Dennis Schroder made headlines after a recent interview where he addressed Maxi Kleber and his refusal to play for the German national team last year. The player has now explained his view in greater detail. In an interview during the Got Nexxt show by basketball insider Andre Voigt, Schroder criticized Kleber and said that he didn't approve of his decision to skip the EuroBasket 2022.
Karl-Anthony Towns likely to play for Dominican Republic in World Cup

2023-07-18

Minnesota Timberwolves star big man Karl-Anthony Towns hasn't played for the Dominican Republic's national team in 10 years. The comeback might be on the corner. The Dominican Republic Basketball Federation's (FEDOMBAL) president Rafael Uribe recently went on a radio show Diamante Deportivo where he talked about the upcoming games for the national team.
Kai Sotto's FIBA World Cup participation uncertain after NBA Summer League injury

2023-07-17

Kai Sotto's participation in the FIBA World Cup 2023 has been thrown into uncertainty following a lower back injury he sustained during the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. After his Orlando Magic lost to Boston Celtics on Sunday, Sotto's agent -- Tony Ronzone -- expressed his concern for the prospect's well-being, stating, "I hope his back is okay," in a flash interview with Philstar.com.
Jordan Clarkson committed to play for Philippines in FIBA World Cup

2023-07-16

The Philippines national basketball association (SBP) president Al Panlilio confirmed that the national team's star Jordan Clarkson is committed to playing for the Philippines in the upcoming FIBA Basketball World Cup. Clarkson was already included in the extended Philippines roster in June, but now, Panlilio has confirmed that the 31-year-old will definitely represent his country.
Dennis Schroder roasts Maxi Kleber over skipping EuroBasket: 'You don't have a game'

2023-07-16

Under NBA star Dennis Schroder, Germany won bronze at the 2022 EuroBasket. It was the country's first medal in 17 years. With the World Cup in Japan, Indonesia and the Philippines (August 25 to September 10), lying ahead, the team wants to win another accolade. "We want a medal," said coach Gordon Herbert. On July 31, the 18-man squad will start preparing in Bonn.
Sloukas’ Shocker, Sikma Debate & Canada Over Team USA? (URBONUS Q&A)

2023-07-14

BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Rytis Vysniauskas discuss Kostas Sloukas’ transfer bomb, Olympiacos replacement for Sasha Vezenkov, and Canada’s chances of beating Team USA in the URBONUS Q&A session. The entire episode is available only for BN+ community members. Watch the whole episode by joining BN+ here.
Canada announces 18-man roster ahead of FIBA Basketball World Cup

2023-07-14

Canada has announced a star-studded squad of players ahead of the FIBA Basketball World Cup that includes All-NBA First Team guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, recently crowned NBA champion Jamal Murray, and New York Knicks star RJ Barrett. A great squad and plenty of cohesion will be required for Canada after they were drawn into a group of death, Group H, with France, Latvia, and Lebanon.
Brazil's WC preliminary roster features NBA players as well as domestic champs

2023-07-13

The coaching staff of the Brazilian national team released the list of 16 names that will present themselves for training sessions aimed at the World Cup in Japan, Philippines and Indonesia, starting on August 25. 
Serbia to play at least six prep games before the World Cup

2023-07-13

As fans are waiting for Serbia NT coach Svetislav Pesic to announce the preliminary roster for the World Cup in Manila (25 August-10 September), it's highly likely that the list will include 16 names.
Mexico announces extended candidate list for 2023 FIBA World Cup

2023-07-13

With more than a month left until the start of the 2023 FIBA World Cup, the Mexican Basketball Federation (ADEMEBA) announced the 24-man extended list of candidates for the final roster. The list is mostly comprised of players that competed in the Mexican League last year. Six candidates played either for the Capitanes team in the G-League or NCAA last season.
Georgia's preliminary World Cup squad features all the country's heavyweights

2023-07-12

Georgia NT announced the preliminary roster for the 2023 World Cup. Gearing up for Group F opponents Slovenia, Cape Verde and Venezuela in Okinawa, Georgia's charge will be spearheaded by Tornike Shengelia and Georgi Shermadini, two of the best to ever wear the national team jersey.
Rasho Nesterovic leaves Slovenian federation ahead of FIBA World Cup

2023-07-12

Rasho Nesterovic leaves his position as a general secretary in the Slovenian Basketball Federation (KZS), KZS announced. Nesterovic held his role since November 3, 2014. He joined the federation on June 16, 2012, when he became the vice-president of the association, which at the time was headed by President Roman Volcic.
Paolo Banchero explains why he chose Team USA instead of Italy

2023-07-11

Although he was first associated with the Italian national team, Paolo Banchero ultimately chose to represent Team USA in the 2023 FIBA World Cup and beyond. Before this summer, Banchero had never even visited Italy before but was always viewed as the federation's top choice for a recruit. Banchero was born in Seattle to an American mother and an Italian father. 
Milutinov talks his return to Olympiacos, shares plans for Serbian NT

2023-07-09

Nikola Milutinov will make his comeback to Olympiacos Piraeus after a three-year break. When he departed, he was arguably the best center in the EuroLeague. He now comes back to join Moustapha Fall in the frontcourt. The Serbian center is participating in the Georgios Printezis' Aegean Festival in Syros. During the event, he shared his thoughts about the return to play professionally in Greece.
Steve Kerr explains how Team USA approaches FIBA game, compares World Cup to Olympics

2023-07-07

Steve Kerr's first run as USA Basketball coach will feature a team that has minimal international experience but is nevertheless loaded with star talent.
French federation president takes jab at FIBA Europe, closes door on WNBA players

2023-07-07

Jorge Garbajosa was elected FIBA ​​Europe President by 35 votes to 15 for his French counterpart Jean-Pierre Siutat by the General Assembly of member nations in Munich. Among the 23 members to the Bureau, no more Frenchmen are to be found. Some weeks after the elections, Siutat evoked the fact that France had no more representatives in the organization chart.
Rudy Fernandez will retire from Spanish NT after Paris Olympics

2023-07-07

Rudy Fernandez, captain of the Spanish NT, has announced that the 2024 Paris Olympics will be his last tournament with the squad. During the presentation of the campus that bears his name in the Mallorca town of Port de Pollença, Fernandez revealed the promise he gave his late father.
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