MANAGUA (Nicaragua) – The future of basketball in the Americas was on full display at the FIBA AmeriCup 2025, where a new generation of players showed their talent and hinted at even brighter editions of the tournament ahead. Juan Fernández (Argentina) and Kyshawn George (Canada) led the way among the youngest stars of the AmeriCup after both earned All-Star Five honors. However, they weren’t the only ones to make a statement— several other players under the age of 22 also rose to the occasion. Let’s take a look at those young standouts:
Kaleb Myers - Nicaragua
Date of birth: October 7, 2004 Height: 201 cm / 6’7’’ Position: Forward Nicaragua featured the youngest roster of the tournament with an average age of 24.1 years, and the forward was one of its cornerstones. Head coach David Rosario entrusted him with a starting role at just 20 years old, and he delivered by averaging 12.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, and shooting 56 percent from two-point range. In the Group Phase, he stood out with 19 points against Colombia, making 9 of 10 field goals. Later, against the Dominican Republic, he flirted with a double-double by posting 8 points and 8 rebounds.
Jean Montero - Dominican Republic
Date of birth: July 3, 2003 Height: 188 cm / 6’2’’ Position: Guard One of the gems of Dominican basketball battled through some physical issues early in the competition, but that didn’t stop him from consistently showing off his great skills. Coming off the bench, he averaged 24.8 minutes per game with 10.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.3 steals— the third-highest mark of the tournament. His best performance came in the Group Phase against Nicaragua, when he posted 11 points, 8 assists, and 5 rebounds. The present and future of Dominican playmaking could run through his hands.
Reynan Santos - Brazil
Date of birth: February 13, 2004 Height: 192 cm / 6’4’’ Position: Forward He played a key role for the champion team coming off the bench, bringing defensive stability and versatility in the rotations. His ability to guard multiple perimeter positions made him a reliable piece in the tournament’s toughest stretches. Being able to contribute (4.7 points and 2.8 rebounds) for such a historic and talented team like Brazil is a significant achievement for a player still in the development stage. If he stays the course, he has all the tools to establish himself as one of the names to watch for the future of the national team.
Joost West - Nicaragua
Date of birth: July 5, 2008 Height: 180 cm / 5’11’’ Position: Guard At just 17 years old, he made a strong impression on the host team. He reached double figures in scoring in two of Nicaragua’s three games and averaged 8.7 points and 2.7 assists. His mere presence on the court sent a clear message: Nicaragua is betting on the future. Competing in a tournament of this caliber against international-level opponents gave him invaluable experience, especially at the point guard spot, where organizing the offense and holding up physically against elite defenders is often overwhelming for someone his age.
Yeferson Guerra - Venezuela
Date of birth: July 6, 2003 Height: 188 cm / 6’2’’ Position: Shooting guard He made his imprint as a disruptive defensive presence during AmeriCup 2025. Averaging 2.7 steals per game, he ranked among the tournament leaders (second), showcasing his ability to anticipate, pressure, and punish opponents’ mistakes. His energy injected life into a Venezuela squad in rebuilding mode, and with his two-way effort (5.7 points and 4.7 rebounds), he showed he can be a key piece for the team’s generational transition.
Pablo Gómez - Uruguay
Date of birth: January 24, 2003 Height: 202 cm / 6’7’’ Position: Center He contributed his share to Uruguay’s campaign, which included one of the tournament’s biggest surprises: the victory over the United States in the Group Phase. His quiet work on defense and the boards proved vital for a team that entered the competition with questions about its interior game. Gómez’s presence (5.0 points and 3.5 rebounds) provided exactly what Uruguay needed— to compete on even terms against bigger and more experienced opponents.
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