Team USA heads into the competition with hopes of claiming its sixth FIBA World Cup title. USA’s last first-place finish came back in 2014, when a stacked squad featuring rising stars the likes of Stephen Curry, Kyrie Irving and James Harden led the Americans to gold. Much like the 2014 championship team, this year’s group consists of up-and-coming stars who elevated their games during the 2022-23 NBA season.
Active NBA players
- Paolo Banchero (Orlando Magic)
- Mikal Bridges (Brooklyn Nets)
- Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks)
- Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves)
- Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers)
- Josh Hart (New York Knicks)
- Brandon Ingram (New Orleans Pelicans)
- Jaren Jackson Jr. (Memphis Grizzlies)
- Cam Johnson (Brooklyn Nets)
- Walker Kessler (Utah Jazz)
- Bobby Portis (Milwaukee Bucks)
- Austin Reaves (Los Angeles Lakers)
Coach: Steve Kerr
What to Watch
Anthony Edwards is one of the many Team USA players who took a leap forward last season. The 21-year-old guard improved his numbers across the board from his first two seasons and received his first-ever All-Star selection for his efforts. He also led the Minnesota Timberwolves to the Play-In Tournament despite his co-star, Karl Anthony-Towns, missing 53 regular-season games due to a calf injury. Edwards’ explosive scoring ability paired with his knack for making athletic defensive plays makes him arguably USA’s best two-way player.
Group Play Schedule
- Aug. 26: vs. New Zealand (8:40 a.m. ET)
- Aug. 28: vs. Greece (8:40 a.m. ET)
- Aug. 30: vs. Jordan (4:40 a.m. ET)
