ZAISAN (Mongolia) - The FIBA 3x3 World Tour returns to Mongolia for WT Zaisan on November 14-15, bringing together some of the biggest names in 3x3 basketball for another exciting weekend in one of the discipline's global hotbeds.
From the world's top-ranked player and a host of established World Tour champions to hungry contenders looking to break through, the field features plenty of talent capable of making a difference.
With the race to the FIBA 3x3 World Tour WNS Rio de Janeiro Final 2026 heating up, and several teams chasing their first World Tour title of the season, here are eight players to keep an eye on in Zaisan.
Strahinja Stojacic - Ub
The World No.1 is arriving in Mongolia in championship form. Stojacic has helped Ub (SRB) capture back-to-back FIBA 3x3 World Tour titles in Macau and Dubai, further underlining why he remains the gold standard in 3x3 basketball. Still ranked No.1 on the FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit, the Serbian superstar combines elite scoring, playmaking and an uncanny ability to deliver in the biggest moments. With Ub chasing their fifth World Tour stop victory of the season, expect Stojacic to be at the center of another title push.
Worthy de Jong - Amsterdam RABOBANK
One of the most explosive offensive talents in 3x3 basketball, de Jong remains a major threat whenever he takes the half-court. The Dutch star arrives in Zaisan following a fourth-place finish at WT Dubai and currently sits third in the FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit rankings. His scoring ability, creativity and experience make him one of the toughest matchups on the World Tour. Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED) are still searching for their third World Tour stop title of the season, and de Jong will be instrumental in their bid to get back to the top.
Stefan Milivojevic - Liman
Milivojevic arrives in Zaisan with a Challenger win under his belt after helping Liman capture the recent Go Too! Group Aichi Challenger 2026. Ranked No.9 on the FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit, the Serbian has established himself as an important piece of one of the Tour's most accomplished teams. Interestingly, his last World Tour appearance came back in August at WT Lausanne, making Zaisan an opportunity to bring his recent winning form back to the big stage. Liman are chasing their third World Tour stop title of the season. Mongolia has been good to them, as they already claimed victory at WT Ulaanbaatar earlier this year.
Denzel Agyeman - Baskets Bonn
Agyeman and Baskets Bonn (GER) are coming off an impressive run at WT Dubai, where the German side finished runners-up. Ranked No.6 on the FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit, Agyeman has become a key figure in Bonn's continued rise among the Tour's elite teams. His contributions will be crucial as they look to turn their recent momentum into another championship run. Baskets Bonn are chasing their fourth FIBA 3x3 World Tour stop victory of the season, and Zaisan presents another opportunity to add to an already successful campaign.
Cameron Forte - Shanghai
Shanghai (CHN) are knocking on the door of their first FIBA 3x3 World Tour title of the season, and Forte could be one of the players to help them finally break through. The American arrives in Mongolia after helping Shanghai finish runners-up at WT Macau, showing that the Chinese side has the firepower to challenge the Tour's best. Ranked No.22 on the FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit, Forte will be an important presence as Shanghai look to translate their recent performances into a maiden World Tour stop victory. With valuable points also at stake in the race to the WT Rio de Janeiro Final, there is plenty riding on their Zaisan campaign.
Nauris Miezis - Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy
Few players will have a more meaningful opportunity in Zaisan than Miezis. The Latvian veteran and one of 3x3 basketball's most accomplished players will once again lead Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL) as they look to make the most of their home-court advantage. Ranked No.26 on the FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit, Miezis last led the squad to a 10th-place finish at WT Bucharest. They came agonizingly close to a title at WT Ulaanbaatar earlier this year, finishing runners-up, and will be determined to go one step further in front of their home fans. With their first World Tour stop victory of the season and valuable WT Final qualification points on the line, Miezis will have plenty of motivation to deliver.
Francis Lacis - DeQing
Lacis is another player with plenty at stake in Mongolia. The Latvian forward recently helped DeQing (CHN) finish seventh at WT Macau and will be looking to build on that performance in Zaisan. Currently ranked No.47 on the FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit, Lacis will be an important figure for a DeQing side still searching for their first World Tour stop title of the season. With the race for the WT Rio de Janeiro Final entering its homestretch, every point and Main Draw victory could prove crucial. A strong showing in Zaisan would go a long way toward strengthening DeQing's qualification ambitions.
Roko Spaseski - Cibona Ph.Classic
Cibona Ph.Classic (CRO) head to Mongolia with plenty of momentum after securing a third-place finish at WT Dubai. Spaseski, currently ranked No.35 on the FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit, will be looking to help the Croatian side carry that form into another important World Tour stop. Beyond the pursuit of another trophy, the tournament also offers an important opportunity to collect points and Main Draw wins in their bid to reach the WT Rio de Janeiro Final. With a podium finish in Dubai providing a timely confidence boost, Spaseski and company could be a dangerous opponent in Mongolia.
With established champions, in-form contenders and local favorites all in the mix, WT Zaisan 2026 promises plenty of individual talent and compelling storylines. From Stojacic's pursuit of another title to Miezis' bid to deliver in front of the home crowd, these eight players could be among the biggest difference-makers when the action gets underway.
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