Julie Allemand, the Belgian point guard, etched her name into basketball history by becoming the all‑time assists leader in the FIBA Women’s World Cup, finishing the 2026 tournament with 111 assists.
Milestone Achieved
The milestone eclipsed the previous records held by legends such as Dawn Staley, Sue Bird and Laia Palau, marking a new benchmark for playmaking in the competition.
Allemand reached the summit in the opening half of Belgium’s match against Australia, where she needed just five more assists after already having recorded 104, and delivered them with precision.
Speaking after the game, she highlighted the importance of teamwork, describing herself as a true point guard whose primary duty is to move the ball and create opportunities for teammates.
Her influence extended beyond the stat sheet, as she noted that Emma Meesseman was the most frequent beneficiary of her passes, receiving 37 assists throughout the event.
The Belgian squad’s philosophy, built around passing and collaboration, was evident in her performance, and she urged younger players to prioritize distribution over individual scoring.
In the same contest, Allemand contributed 11 points and four rebounds alongside her seven assists, underscoring her all‑around impact on the court.