The United States clinched their eighth consecutive FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup title, beating Serbia 107-81 in the Istanbul final. The victory marks a streak that has persisted since the competition's inaugural edition in 2010, cementing America's dominance on the youth stage.
MVP Performance and Record‑Breaking Scoring
Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje earned the TISSOT Most Valuable Player award after posting 20 points, 15 rebounds and three blocks. Clarence Rosser Jr added 23 points, and Beckham Black contributed 12 points with 10 assists and three steals, forming a potent trio that drove the Americans forward.
Serbia's Nikola Kusturica stole the spotlight by shattering the final scoring record with 37 points. His effort not only powered Serbia to a historic finish but also highlighted the competitive balance of the tournament.
All‑Star Five and Supporting Cast
The tournament's All‑Star Five featured Omer Kutluay and Luke Paul alongside the standout performers. Nathan Soliman, Darius Karutasu, Matija Lukic, DJ Gaines and Stevan Mijovic rounded out a roster of emerging talents who impressed on the world stage.
Australia claimed the bronze medal with a 77-69 victory over Türkiye. Luke Paul led the Australian side with 19 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists, while William Hamilton added 16 points and Yahya Basaran contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds. The bronze adds to Australia's silver‑medal finishes in 2012 and 2014, underscoring a consistent presence on the podium.