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Sophie Cunningham’s remarks on trans athletes have sparked backlash, but the Indiana Fever’s on‑court performances, from Chelsea Gray’s historic buzzer‑beaters to Caitlin Clark’s international call‑up, keep the spotlight on the game.
The United States will field a blend of Olympic medalists and rising stars as it chases a fifth straight FIBA World Cup title in Berlin.
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.
The latest USA Basketball FIBA World Cup roster reveals a notable exclusion, a strategic trade, and the debut of an independent expansion team.
The United States reveals a 12‑player lineup blending fresh talent and seasoned champions, aiming to defend its historic gold‑medal streak.
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.
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.
After a five‑week injury layoff, Kelsey Plum is set to debut for the Los Angeles Sparks with minutes restrictions, while the team debates whether to trade her before the deadline
The latest roster additions bring fresh talent and experience to the U.S. squad, set to compete in the FIBA 3×3 Women's Series.
Caleb Wilson’s 35‑point debut for the Chicago Bulls reflects a personal drive sparked by his 2024 omission from the USA Basketball junior national team.
The upcoming Games will showcase a dramatically different Team USA lineup, featuring new faces, potential returnees, and a fierce battle for spots against an increasingly competitive international field.
The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will see a markedly different U.S. men's basketball squad, blending established NBA stars with emerging talents as USA Basketball navigates a new era of international competition.
Sue Bird’s historic appointment as USA Basketball’s managing director reshapes the pathway to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, spotlighting a deep talent pool and a new era of unified leadership.
Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault will serve as an assistant for USA Basketball, alongside Erik Spoelstra, JB Bickerstaff and Mark Few, as the United States aims for a sixth consecutive Olympic gold medal.
Erik Spoelstra’s appointment binds him to USA Basketball through 2028, bringing a seasoned staff and a clear mission to defend five consecutive Olympic golds.
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.