Fiba World Cup predictions: Can anyone take down the Americans?
by Claire de Lune, Beau Dure, Bryan Armen Graham and from US news | The Guardian on (#6E486)
Basketball's World Cup tips off on Friday in the Philippines, Indonesia and Japan. Who will stand out? Who will surprise? And can anyone stop Team USA? Our writers weigh in
The inevitable rise of Anthony Edwards. All signs point to this World Cup run being a star-solidifying turn for the 2020 No 1 overall pick as he makes his international debut for Team USA. The 22-year-old NBA All-Star has shown flashes of utter brilliance with the Minnesota Timberwolves but has yet to climb to the level of global superstar. Claire de Lune
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