A Historic Selection
Kevair Kennedy, a sophomore guard from Wake Forest, has been selected to represent Team USA in the 3×3 Men’s Nations League, marking a significant milestone for both the player and his conference.
The tournament will take place in Ñuñoa, Chile, from June 27 to July 3, 2026, gathering the nation’s top three‑point specialists for a week of rapid‑fire competition on an international stage.
Kennedy’s rise is especially notable because he is the first player in Metropolitan Athletic Association (MAAC) history to capture both Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year honors in the same season, a feat that underscores his dual impact on scoring and playmaking.
Season of Dominance
During the 2025‑26 campaign Kennedy led his team in points and assists, averaging 18.4 points and 4.2 assists per game while topping the roster with 627 total points and 143 assists. He scored in double figures in 33 of 34 appearances, including 16 games with at least 20 points, and posted a season‑high 32‑point effort against Siena, where he also shot a perfect 100 percent from the free‑throw line.
His playmaking was equally impressive, dishing out five or more assists on 15 occasions, highlighted by a 16‑point, 11‑rebound, eight‑assist line against Boston. Nationally, his 20.7 points per game in conference play ranked sixth among freshmen, signaling a bright future on the international stage.
Kennedy’s selection reflects not only his personal achievements but also the growing visibility of the MAAC on the world basketball map. As he prepares to wear the red, white and blue in Chile, teammates and coaches alike anticipate that his blend of scoring, rebounding and vision will add a new dimension to the U.S. squad.