
Leonie Fiebich Leads Germany to Historic Quarter‑Finals
Germany’s quarter‑final berth, secured on home soil, rests on the versatile leadership of Leonie Fiebich.
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Germany’s quarter‑final berth, secured on home soil, rests on the versatile leadership of Leonie Fiebich.

Germany secured a decisive Group A victory over Mali in Berlin, improving their momentum heading into the quarter‑finals where they will face Korea, with Belgium potentially awaiting them next.

Mali’s triumph over Spain marks its second tournament triumph, and the Group A race remains tightly contested after all teams posted 1-1 records.

Mali’s 82-73 victory over Spain, powered by Sika Kone’s 19 points, marks the nation’s first World Cup win and the second for Africa, while other Group A teams also progress with narrow margins.

More than 160,000 tickets have been sold for the upcoming FIBA Women’s World Cup, while membership and viewership numbers hit record highs, signalling a transformative period for German women’s basketball.

A new venture called Project B is assembling a board of accomplished women to challenge traditional economic structures in women's basketball, emphasizing player ownership and compensation while highlighting a broader shift toward inclusive leadership in sports.

After a rocky road trip and a series of defensive experiments, the Liberty are searching for the right blend of heart and execution.

Mia Wiegand, a 17‑year‑old guard from Germany, is preparing to represent her country at the FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 in Brno, Czechia, after a standout performance at the U16 EuroBasket.

The 2026 basketball season will be remembered as the year New York reclaimed its throne on the hardwood, with the Knicks winning their first NBA championship in 53 years and the Liberty securing the WNBA Commissioner's Cup, both built on defensive versatility and teamwork.

Analyst Bill Yin reveals his top DraftKings Pick6 selections for the Aces vs. Liberty clash, explaining the game format and the $500,000 prize pool.
A new global offseason basketball league, Project B, is set to launch in November 2026, streaming live on YouTube under the production of Host Broadcast Services, and will showcase a groundbreaking Formula 1‑style model for both women and men, with Tokyo as its first host city.

The FIBA 3x3 World Cup has become a proving ground for elite basketball players, showcasing stars from the USA, Europe, Asia and Oceania while expanding the sport’s reach across continents.