WARSAW (Poland) – The FIBA 3x3 World Cup 2026 is packed with elite talent ready to take over the half-court at the Parade Square (Plac Defilad) in Warsaw.
From reigning MVPs and Olympic heroes to rising stars and high-flying entertainers, the men’s tournament features some of the biggest names in global 3x3 basketball.
Here are the stars fans won't want to miss in Warsaw.
Strahinja Stojacic (Serbia)
The king remains the king until someone proves otherwise. Yes, Serbia lost the crown in 2025.. Strahinja Stojacic didn't play, though. Widely regarded as the best player in the world, Stojacic continues to dominate through elite shot creation and clutch shot-making. Serbia’s superstar finally returns, and this time he's determined to bring the trophy back home after Spain’s breakthrough title run in 2025. Whenever the game tightens late, expect “Doctor Strange” to take over.
Worthy de Jong (Netherlands)
Few players in 3x3 basketball are more entertaining than Worthy de Jong. The Dutch superstar and Olympic champion combines flair, athleticism, and fearless confidence every time he steps on the half-court. After helping fuel the Netherlands’ rise into a global powerhouse, de Jong arrives in Warsaw as one of the tournament’s biggest attractions. And yes, we expect highlights.
Ignas Vaitkus (Lithuania)
Lithuania’s emotional leader thrives in physical battles. Vaitkus brings toughness, rebounding, and relentless intensity to a Lithuanian squad eager to bounce back after recent disappointments, espcially their loss to Thailand at the FIBA 3x3 Champions Cup earlier this year. If the games become gritty in Warsaw, his style becomes even more valuable.
Nauris Miezis (Latvia)
The Olympic gold medalist remains one of the smartest and most clutch players in the game. All eyes will be on Miezis entering Warsaw after injury concerns during preparations with FIBA 3x3 World Tour side Ulaanbaatar. If he is fully healthy, though, then Latvia immediately become much more dangerous.
Anand Ariunbold (Mongolia)
The man known as "The Archer" is one of the fastest-rising stars in Asian 3x3 basketball. Ariunbold’s speed, swagger, and scoring mentality perfectly capture Mongolia’s exciting style of play. He’s capable of erupting offensively and completely changing games within a few plays. Ariunbold is also now the resident veteran on Mongolia's squad, with stalwarts like Delgernyam Davaasambuu and Dulguun Enkhbat sitting this one out.
Franck Seguela (France)
France’s athletic star continues to establish himself among the elite players in the world. Seguela combines explosiveness, defensive versatility and strong finishing ability. Along with his swagger, those make him a matchup nightmare for any of France's opponents.
Fabian Giessmann (Germany)
Germany’s rise continues, and Giessmann is a major reason why. The versatile German standout impacts the game through hustle, spacing, defense and smart decision-making. With Germany continuing to build momentum internationally, expect Giessmann to play a major role in Warsaw.
Diego De Blas (Spain)
Spain’s defending champions are loaded with talent, and De Blas is one of the most dangerous offensive creators in the mix. His crafty ball-handling, perimeter shooting, and composure under pressure fit perfectly within Spain’s system-heavy style.
Ryo Ozawa (Japan)
Ozawa’s speed and shooting make him one of the most difficult perimeter players to contain in all of 3x3 basketball. Japan’s dynamic playmaker thrives in fast-paced situations, and if he has the hot hand, he can quickly punish any defense they face.
Leonardo Branquinho (Brazil)
Branquinho arrives in Warsaw with momentum after helping Brazil qualify through the FIBA 3x3 World Cup Qualifier in Singapore. The explosive Brazilian athlete brings highlight-level athleticism and crowd-pleasing flair every time he steps onto the court.
Rokas Jocys (Lithuania)
One of the brightest young talents in international 3x3 basketball, Jocys arrives in Warsaw after an impressive run through the youth ranks. The Lithuanian standout helped his country win bronze at the FIBA 3x3 U18 World Cup 2022 before taking center stage at the FIBA 3x3 U23 World Cup 2025, where he led Lithuania to the title and earned MVP honors. With his combination of skill, confidence and big-game experience, Jocys could be one of the breakout stars of the FIBA 3x3 World Cup 2026
The FIBA 3x3 World Cup 2026 tips off on June 1 with pool play running through June 4 before the knockout rounds begin in Warsaw.
With this much talent packed into the field, expect plenty of unforgettable moments on the half-court.
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