The 2026 United Cup will feature six groups of national teams competing across Perth and Sydney from January 2-11, with countries like the US, Spain, Argentina, Italy, France, Switzerland, Great Britain, Greece, Japan, Canada, Belgium, China, Australia, Czechia, Norway, Germany, Poland, and the Netherlands participating in various groups.
The NBA's first In-Season Tournament kicks off on Friday with seven games, featuring groups of teams competing against each other. The Celtics and Bucks are the favorites to win the tournament. The winner of each group and two wild cards will advance to the quarterfinals, with the semifinals and title game taking place in Las Vegas. The winning team will receive prize money and the NBA Cup. The tournament is seen as an exciting addition to the regular season, with custom-painted courts and the potential for one-game knockouts.
The 16-team field for the Second Round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 has been confirmed, with six teams securing the last remaining slots. The Second Round games will be held in Jakarta, Manila, and Okinawa, with teams carrying their First Round records. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the Quarter-Finals. The full schedule can be found on the World Cup website. Additionally, the 16 teams that did not advance will continue in the Classification Round, with direct qualification for the Olympics at stake. The tournament will conclude on September 10 in Manila.