TORONTO (FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019) - Canada Basketball announced its 12-player roster for the first window of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019 Americas Qualifiers in Halifax and Dominican Republic.

"This is an exciting time and opportunity for basketball in our country and we're thankful to begin our journey towards the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019 next week in Halifax," said head coach Roy Rana.

"Having the opportunity to represent your country is something most players only dream of. But to have the chance to do it at home, in front of friends, family and fellow Canadians is an honor we treasure. All the athletes in our pool have and are continuing to make a tremendous effort to be part of this journey and we are thankful and excited for this 12 that will represent all of us in Halifax and Dominican Republic," added Rana.

Canada will begin its qualification campaign in the Scotiabank Centre in Halifax, where the Canadians will receive Bahamas on Friday, November 24, 2017. Tickets for the event are on sale now through Ticket Atlantic.

Canada will then travel to Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic to face the Dominicans on Monday, November 27.

DAZN will broadcast every Canada game from the upcoming FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019 Americas Qualifiers, following a five-year agreement with FIBA. 

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