Los Angeles Clippers guard Normal Powell commits to representing Jamaica in FIBA World Cup 2027 Americas pre-qualifiers this summer.
Los Angeles Clippers breakout star Norman Powell has announced that he will represent Team Jamaica in the FIBA World Cup 2027 Americas pre-qualifiers this summer.
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Golden State Warriors"I’m super excited to join Team Jamaica," Powell said in the announcement. "Coach Turner and I have worked on this for a while, and now it’s a reality. I’m ready to grind and need everyone’s support to make it happen."
Jamaica has had limited success on the international basketball stage. The national team made its only appearance in the FIBA Americas Championship back in 2013 and has not returned to the tournament since.
Currently ranked 109th in the FIBA world rankings, Jamaica will face Costa Rica, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico, Paraguay, and the U.S. Virgin Islands in the upcoming pre-qualifying round.
Despite their underdog status, there’s growing optimism around the squad. With Powell now on board, Jamaica could potentially field one of its most talented rosters to date if other NBA players of Jamaican descent join him.
Possible additions include center Nick Richards (Phoenix Suns), Justin Champagnie (Washington Wizards), Julian Champagnie (San Antonio Spurs), Josh Minott (Minnesota Timberwolves), and twins Amen Thompson (Houston Rockets) and Ausar Thompson (Detroit Pistons). Their participation would significantly boost Jamaica’s chances of making a serious run in the qualifiers and beyond.
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