Team USA vs. New Zealand: How to watch FIBA World Cup, channel, start time, location, roster
After a 5-0 clean sweep during their exhibition showcase, Steve Kerr and Team USA are set to open Group C of the 2023 FIBA World Cup on Saturday against New Zealand.
Anthony Edwards will carry a strong performance from tune-up games into the Phillipines to start group play. New Zealand is the No. 26 ranked national team according to FIBA. With Steven Adams set to miss the tournament, New Zealand does not feature an NBA player.
Along with playing New Zealand on Saturday, Team USA will meet Jordan and Greece in Group C of the tournament.
Before Team USA opens Group C of the FIBA World Cup, here is everything you need to know about Saturday’s game, including how to watch.
How to watch:
Date: Friday, Aug. 26
Time: 5:40 a.m. PT
Location: Manila, Philippines
Channel: Fox Sports 1
Team USA Roster
Forward – Paolo Banchero – #8 – Orlando Magic
Forward – Mikal Bridges – #5 – Brooklyn Nets
Guard – Jalen Brunson – #11 – New York Knicks
Guard – Anthony Edwards – #10 – Minnesota Timberwolves
Guard – Tyrese Haliburton – #4 – Indiana Pacers
Guard – Josh Hart – No. 12 – New York Knicks
Forward – Brandon Ingram – No. 7 – New Orleans Pelicans
Center – Jaren Jackson Jr. – No. 13 – Memphis Grizzlies
Forward – Cam Johnson – No. 6 – Brooklyn Nets
Center – Walker Kessler – No. 14 – Utah Jazz
Forward – Bobby Portis – No. 9 – Milwaukee Bucks
Guard – Austin Reaves – No. 15 – Los Angeles Lakers
