MANILA, Philippines–The Fiba World Cup showcases the best basketball teams in the world, but the game’s brightest stars will be missing in action.
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokic, who have three NBA MVPs and a couple of NBA championships between them, are just a fraction of the prominent talents who won’t be around for the global showcase.
The Fiba World Cup tips off on August 25 in the Philippines, Japan and Indonesia.
Giannis Antetokounmpo (Greece)
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s absence due to left knee surgery in June spoiled what could have been a mouthwatering matchup between Greece and the United States on August 28 at Mall of Asia Arena.
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