Jordan Tucker led the way for title-winners Malta

    Tournament champions Malta had two players selected in the All-Star Five following their unbeaten title-winning campaign.

    GIBRALTAR (Gibraltar) - Jordan Tucker was named Most Valuable Player after leading Malta to the FIBA European Championship for Small Countries 2026 title.

    Tucker was joined on the All-Star Five by Malta teammate Kurt Cassar, while defending champions Andorra were represented by Sergi Serrato Balletbo. Gibraltar's Jamie McGrail and San Marino's Pietro Ugolini completed the lineup.

    MVP: Jordan Tucker - Malta

    Tucker starred throughout Malta's unbeaten run to the title with averages of 21.0 points, 7.2 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game. The guard delivered one of the standout performances of the tournament in the Semi-Final victory over San Marino with 28 points and 8 assists to send Malta into the championship game, before adding 25 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists in the Final against Andorra.

    Sergi Serrato Balletbo - Andorra

    Serrato Balletbo once again led Andorra offensively throughout the tournament, averaging 16.2 points, 4.4 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game. The guard capped off another strong campaign with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists in the Final against Malta.

    Jamie McGrail - Gibraltar

    McGrail led the hosts with 15.4 points per game and played a key role in Gibraltar's third-place finish. He consistently provided scoring throughout the tournament, including several important performances during the knockout stage, and helped the hosts secure a podium finish on home soil.

    Pietro Ugolini - San Marino

    Ugolini emerged as San Marino's offensive leader throughout the tournament, averaging 20.4 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game. He closed the competition with another strong display by scoring 25 points in the Third-Place Game against Gibraltar.

    Kurt Cassar - Malta

    Cassar provided important all-around contributions throughout Malta's unbeaten title-winning campaign. The forward averaged 11.0 points and 5.8 rebounds per game while helping Malta secure their second championship in the competition.

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