Luka Garza, the former Iowa Hawkeyes standout who captured the 2021 Naismith Trophy, is set to don the jersey of Bosnia and Herzegovina for the upcoming 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifiers.
A Strategic Push in Group C
The Balkan nation, currently sitting at 2‑2 in Group C, will host a pivotal home game against Türkiye on July 2 in Zenica before traveling to Belgrade to meet Serbia on July 6.
Garza’s addition brings a blend of NBA experience and college‑level dominance, having averaged 8.1 points and 4.1 rebounds per game for the Boston Celtics last season while shooting 57.7% from the field and 43.3% from three‑point range.
Broadcast and Viewing Options
Fans in the United States and abroad can follow the matches live on Courtside 1891 through the streaming platform DAZN, which has secured rights to the qualifiers.
Garza’s collegiate career at Iowa was nothing short of historic; he finished his senior season with 24.1 points, 8.7 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game, shooting 55.3% from the field and 44% from beyond the arc, earning the 2021 Naismith Trophy as the nation’s top player.
The Bosnian federation hopes his presence will translate into a stronger push for a World Cup berth, as the team looks to build on its recent performances and rally a growing fan base around the globe.