Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning FIBA across Basketball.
With fall classes set to begin Aug. 24, the Boilermakers wrap up a busy summer of conditioning, player development and schedule planning, highlighting key recruits and lingering eligibility questions.
Spain completed a seventh championship with an 82-46 victory over France, while standout performances from Somto Okafor and Olivia Vukosa highlighted the tournament.
The Australian women’s basketball team has announced a 12‑player roster for the upcoming FIBA World Cup, retaining most of the Asia Cup‑winning lineup while swapping captain Cayla George for versatile forward Isabelle Bourne. Coach Sandy Brondello emphasizes defensive strength, adaptability and chemistry as the squad blends experience with youthful energy under the leadership of captain Sami Whitcomb.
The United States women’s national team is preparing for the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin, aiming for its 12th championship and fifth consecutive gold medal. The roster features veterans Kelsey Plum and Kahleah Copper, Olympic medalists, and emerging stars such as Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, while the tournament will also see a temporary WNBA break.
The omission of Indiana Fever star Kelsey Mitchell from the USA Basketball roster for the FIBA World Cup highlights a strategic shift toward younger talent, while veterans like Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston earn spots after camp participation.
The upcoming FIBA Women's World Cup will see rising stars Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers make their senior national team debut alongside Olympic medalists, under the guidance of managing director Sue Bird, as the United States targets a historic fifth consecutive championship.
Melo Sanchez, a young guard of Mexican descent, has been selected for Mexico’s senior national team as it eyes qualification for the 2027 FIBA World Cup in Qatar. His family’s deep basketball roots, a recent training camp in Zacatecas, and mentorship from veteran Paul Stoll shape his emerging role.
Slovenia clinched its inaugural U18 EuroBasket crown in Sofia, with Stefan Joksimovic named MVP as the top five teams booked their places at the 2027 U19 World Cup and promotion spots were reassigned.
Lausanne (SUI) defeated Skyliners (GER) 22-14 in the final of the inaugural FIBA 3x3 Hanchuan Challenger 2026, securing the first Challenger title and a berth in the 2026 World Tour.
The 7‑foot‑1 Spanish prospect joins Siena after a bronze‑medal performance, citing academic and athletic ambitions as key to his decision.
From record‑setting assists at the University of Tennessee to a summer with the Spurs and a future in the Basketball Bundesliga, Zakai Zeigler shares his journey, his community work, and the next step toward Germany.
During the WNBA All-Star weekend in Chicago, Iowa freshman McKenna Woliczko signed exclusive Panini trading cards, marking a milestone in her early college journey and signaling a promising future for the Hawkeyes.
At the WNBA All-Star weekend in Chicago, Iowa freshman McKenna Woliczko signed an exclusive trading-card deal with Panini, marking a milestone in her burgeoning career as she prepares for her first season with the Hawkeyes.
Duke’s newest sensation combines unusual height with polished guard skills, earning early accolades and setting the stage for a promising college career.
UCLA’s rising star Somto Okafor will represent Spain at the 2026 FIBA U18 Women’s EuroBasket in Stockholm, bringing a decorated résumé and high expectations to the tournament.
Laura Vilcinskas, a 6‑5 center from Belgium, will wear the Belgian jersey at the FIBA U18 Women's EuroBasket in Stockholm from August 1‑9. The TCU-bound freshman brings a strong rebounding pedigree and professional experience in the BNXT League, aiming to help Belgium qualify for the 2027 U19 World Cup.
South Carolina guard Ayla McDowell has been selected for Brazil’s senior national team to compete in the upcoming South American Qualifier, a tournament that will determine participants for the 2027 AmeriCup and the 2028 Olympics.
Renars Sondors, a Latvian forward with a proven shooting record, is navigating the challenges of college basketball in Wyoming while aiming to become a key spacing threat for the Cowboys.
Team Miami is set to compete in the FIBA 3x3 Athens Challenger, a qualifying event for the World Cup, showcasing a roster led by captain Jordan Lee and guided by coach Alex Rodriguez
A towering talent from Barcelona, Joakim Boumtje Boumtje, has chosen Duke over U.S. prep schools, bringing MVP accolades, a record‑setting performance and a unique family legacy to the program.
Isaiah Santos, a 4‑star forward from Texas, has officially pledged to the University of Minnesota, choosing the Gophers over a crowded field of suitors. His commitment arrives alongside heightened interest in other elite prospects, signaling a strategic push for future competitiveness.
Drafted tenth by the Chicago Sky, Ajša Sivka instead commits to Kentucky’s women’s basketball program, aiming to sharpen her post game alongside Clara Strack and flourish under Coach Kenny Brooks.
North Carolina transfer Gabby White will join the Nigerian national team for an August exhibition tour in China, following a Chicago training camp, as both sides gear up for the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
Petar Aleksić, a decorated coach with nearly three decades of European basketball experience, has been appointed assistant coach for the Ole Miss men's basketball program, bringing a wealth of international knowledge and proven leadership.