Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje earns spot on Team USA's U17 FIBA World Cup roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje, a recent Duke commit, was selected for Team USA's U17 FIBA World Cup roster following strong performances at trials and in Europe. Analysts regard him as a top prospect and potential No. 1 overall pick. The team, which also includes Beckham Black and NaVorro Bowman Jr., will compete starting June 27. Boumtje-Boumtje will look to further develop his skills before joining Duke in the fall.
- •Boumtje-Boumtje named a finalist for Team USA's U17 roster.
- •Team USA starts play in the FIBA Men’s U17 World Cup on June 27.
- •Beckham Black, brother of NBA player Anthony Black, also makes the team.
- •NaVorro Bowman Jr. and Erick Dampier Jr. are notable teammates.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Rising Duke prospect named to Team USA's U17 FIBA World Cup roster
"Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje continued his dominant summer, earning a spot on Team USA's U17 FIBA World Cup roster.
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