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Team USA names Las Vegas Aces trio for 2026 FIBA World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 2:50 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Team USA names Las Vegas Aces trio for 2026 FIBA World Cup

Summary

Team USA announced its roster for the 2026 FIBA World Cup set to begin in Berlin on September 4. A'ja Wilson, Jackie Young, and Chelsea Gray from the Las Vegas Aces will represent the team. Wilson, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, has extensive international experience and is the reigning World Cup MVP. Gray, also a two-time Olympic gold medalist, returns for her second World Cup. Young will make her World Cup debut after helping the U.S. qualify in two tournaments. Other Aces players are heading to Berlin, with Stephanie Talbot joining Team Australia and Mai Yamamoto expected to play for Team Japan.

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By the Numbers

•Team USA's FIBA World Cup roster includes three players from the Aces.
•A'ja Wilson boasts two Olympic gold medals and is the reigning World Cup MVP.
•Jackie Gray returns for her second World Cup after winning in 2022.
•Jackie Young makes her World Cup debut after successful qualifying tournaments.
•Team USA's first game is against China on September 4.

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2:50 PMYahoo Sports — Team USA well-represented by Aces for 2026 FIBA World Cup

What they're saying

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When the FIBA World Cup tips off in Berlin in September, many of the Las Vegas Aces’ best players will be tabbed with contributing their winning ways to their country.
— Yahoo Sports

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