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Mark Few, the celebrated Gonzaga coach, has been selected as an assistant for the United States men's national basketball team under Erik Spoelstra, preparing for the 2027 FIBA World Cup and the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. His extensive history with USA Basketball, recent Hall of Fame induction, and family ties to the sport add depth to the upcoming campaigns.
Mark Daigneault of the Oklahoma City Thunder and J.B. Bickerstaff of the Detroit Pistons are slated to join USA Basketball’s staff, pending board approval, as Erik Spoelstra prepares for a pivotal two‑year cycle that includes the 2027 FIBA World Cup in Qatar and the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
The upcoming 2028 Games will feature a USA Basketball squad shaped by veteran coaching additions and a roster brimming with NBA talent, facing strong opposition from France, Serbia, Germany and Canada.
The upcoming 2028 Olympics will see a revamped USA Basketball roster, with new assistant coaches added to Erik Spoelstra's staff, while the squad faces strong challenges from France, Serbia, Germany and Canada.
The United States men’s national team will be led by Erik Spoelstra, with Mark Daigneault, J.B. Bickerstaff and Mark Few joining as assistants, setting the stage for upcoming competitions.
Mark Daigneault, JB Bickerstaff and Mark Few join head coach Erik Spoelstra on the men’s national team staff, bringing championship pedigree and a decade of continuity ahead of August qualifiers for the 2027 World Cup in Qatar and an automatic berth at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
Senior forward Eric Dailey Jr. reflects on his USA Basketball 3x3 experience, his leadership role at UCLA, and the expectations placed on him by coaches and teammates.
Cayden Daughtry, a No. 9 ranked 2027 point guard, has dazzled at the NBPA Top 100 Camp, captured a FIBA Under‑17 World Cup gold medal, and topped the Nike EYBL circuit. With official visits lined up and Kentucky among the suitors, his decision hinges on style and coach connections.
South Carolina sophomore guard Ayla McDowell has been named to Brazil's preliminary roster for the upcoming South American Qualifier, a tournament that will determine the four teams advancing to the 2027 AmeriCup and, ultimately, the 2028 Olympic Qualifying Tournaments.
A week‑long camp at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center brings together established and emerging 3x3 players, highlighting the sport’s rapid rise and the pursuit of international competition.
Mark Few’s decades‑long impact on college basketball and Team USA will be celebrated at the 2026 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony, where he will be presented by John Stockton, John Calipari and Grant Hill.
At the Peach Jam tournament, NaVorro Bowman Jr. delivered a 25‑point, six‑steal performance that highlighted his all‑court skill set and sparked a recruiting surge among elite programs.
Top 2027 guard Navorro Bowman Jr. weighs elite programs, highlighting UNC’s coach Michael Malone and his own development goals
Notre Dame’s women’s basketball team is gearing up for the 2026‑27 season, emphasizing speed and athleticism while navigating injuries and integrating promising newcomers.
The federation reveals its coaching lineup, highlights player interest, and details the hurdles facing the U.S. as it prepares for back‑to‑back international tournaments.
USA Basketball has named Erik Spoelstra, Tyronn Lue and Jay Wright as assistant coaches for the men's national team, supporting Head Coach Steve Kerr as the program eyes the 2027 FIBA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics.
The national program announced a coaching lineup that blends experience and fresh talent ahead of two major international tournaments.
The federation announced a coaching trio — J.B. Bickerstaff, Mark Daigneault and Mark Few — who will assist Spoelstra as the United States prepares for the 2027 FIBA Men’s World Cup in Doha and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
USA Basketball announced a veteran trio of assistants who will prepare the men's national team for the 2027 FIBA Men’s World Cup in Doha and the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault will serve as an assistant for the USA Basketball Men’s National Team during the 2027‑28 season, bringing his award‑winning leadership to an Olympic‑bound roster.
Mark Daigneault, assistant coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder, has been appointed to USA Basketball’s staff, working alongside Erik Spoelstra. He expressed humility and excitement, while also supporting Isaiah Joe after his trade to the Hawks.
The national federation announced its coaching roster, highlighting Spoelstra’s first term as head coach and the debut of several assistants, while Grant Hill emphasized continuity and collaboration.
USA Basketball unveiled its coaching roster for the upcoming 2027 Basketball World Cup and 2028 Olympics, highlighting new appointments and continuity under head coach Erik Spoelstra.
The national program announces a blend of fresh faces and seasoned veterans to serve under head coach Erik Spoelstra, aiming for continuity ahead of international competitions in Qatar and Los Angeles.