Amari Williams joins British National Team for FIBA pre-qualifiers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 6:08 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Boston Celtics center Amari Williams will play for the British National Team in FIBA EuroBasket pre-qualifying matches starting this August. This marks Williams' first senior national team selection, as Great Britain aims to qualify for the World Cup after being eliminated from the 2027 qualifiers. Williams expressed excitement about the opportunity and eagerness to reconnect with friends on the roster. He has been looking to join the team but found the timing right only this summer.
- •Williams plays for the Boston Celtics.
- •He will compete in FIBA EuroBasket pre-qualifying matches.
- •This is his first selection for the British National Team.
- •Great Britain aims to qualify after previous elimination.
- •Williams expressed excitement about competing with friends on the roster.
- 6:08 PMYahoo Sports — Boston Celtics Amari Williams to play for British National Team in FIBA pre-qualifiers
""When I realized this summer I would have the opportunity to join the program I was very excited," said Williams.
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