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    Who were the best players in each group?

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    Four standout stars lit up the Group Phase - now it's time for fans to crown the best of the best.

    LAUSANNE (Switzerland) - The Group Phase of the FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup 2025 delivered big-time performances across the board - and four players stood out above the rest as the best from each group.

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    Now it's time for the fans to decide: Who was the top player of the Group Phase?

    Check out the highlights and vote for your favorite below!

    ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Tyler Kropp (Argentina) - Group A

    ๐Ÿ“Š 23.0 PPG | 9.7 RPG | 60.4 FG% | 25.7 EFF

    Kropp was a walking bucket for Argentina, scoring 22, 23, and 24 points in three straight games - becoming just the second Argentina player in U19 World Cup history to hit 20+ points in every Group Phase game. He powered Argentina to an undefeated start and posted a group-best efficiency rating of 25.7.

    ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Christian Anderson (Germany) - Group B

    ๐Ÿ“Š 16.7 PPG | 5.0 APG | 2.3 3PM | 16.0 EFF

    Germanyโ€™s floor general turned up the heat when it mattered most, torching Canada for 29 points and showing off his all-around game with playmaking and perimeter shooting. His leadership was vital in steering Germany through a tough group.

    ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Ariel Sela (Israel) - Group C

    ๐Ÿ“Š 14.0 PPG | 14.5 RPG | 60.0 FG% | 28.0 EFF

    A double-double machine, Sela dominated the paint and controlled the glass. His 17-rebound effort against the Dominican Republic helped Israel grab a crucial win, while his 83.3 percent shooting against Switzerland proved just how efficient he can be.

    ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Mikel Brown Jr. (USA) - Group D

    ๐Ÿ“Š 19.3 PPG | 6.3 APG | 4.3 3PM | 21.3 EFF

    After a slow start, Brown caught fire - dropping back-to-back 24-point performances against France and Cameroon. With smooth shooting, smart passing, and elite efficiency, the USA guard showed why heโ€™s one of the brightest stars in the tournament.


    ๐Ÿ”ฅ Now itโ€™s your turn to decide! Vote below for the Best Group Phase Player of the FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup 2025!

    *This Fan Vote is not an official FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup award. It is created solely to enhance the experience of the fans to show their support for their favorite players in the FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup 2025.

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