ATLANTA (March 9, 2026) – Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray and forward Naz Hillmon have been named to the USA Basketball 3×3 Women’s National Team roster that will compete at the FIBA 3×3 Champions Cup March 13–15 in Bangkok, USA Basketball announced today. 

The United States qualified for the event after winning the 2025 FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup in León, Mexico. Gray and Hillmon will reunite with teammates Shakira Austin and Veronica Burton, as the quartet looks to represent the United States in the tournament’s second edition, the first appearance for the U.S. women’s team. 

Gray played a pivotal role in the AmeriCup championship run, earning tournament MVP honors as the United States secured gold and qualified for the Champions Cup. A gold medalist in 3×3 basketball at the 2020 Olympic Games, Gray continues to be a consistent presence on the international stage. 

Both players are coming off career seasons in 2025 with the Atlanta Dream. Gray was named First Team All-WNBA, finished fourth in MVP voting and made league history by becoming the first guard in WNBA history to win three Player of the Month honors in a single season. 

Hillmon also elevated her game to new heights, earning WNBA Sixth Player of the Year honors while setting the Dream franchise record for most consecutive games played. She delivered the best statistical season of her career across the board, providing a versatile and energetic presence in the frontcourt.  

Pool play for the Champions Cup begins March 13, with the United States opening against Madagascar (10:20 a.m. ET) before facing the Netherlands (7:30 a.m. ET) and Australia  (9:30 a.m. ET) on March 14. The top two teams from each pool advance to the semifinals, with the tournament concluding March 15.  

The FIBA 3×3 Champions Cup features eight teams per gender, including continental champions, World Cup winners, top-ranked nations and host Thailand. The tournament champion will earn direct qualification to the 2027 FIBA 3×3 World Cup and future international 3×3 competitions.  

About the Atlanta Dream 
Established in 2008, the Atlanta Dream is the Southeast’s only WNBA franchise, playing its home games at Gateway Center Arena @ College Park. Since 2009, the Dream has produced 12 WNBA All-Stars, earned 11 playoff bids and made three WNBA Finals appearances. For more information about the Dream, visit dream.wnba.com and follow @AtlantaDream on Facebook, Instagram, X and TikTok. 

BANGKOK (Thailand) – The FIBA 3×3 Sponsor | Red Bull Champions Cup 2026 delivered a strong all-around performance across digital, broadcast and on-site engagement, further reinforcing the global momentum of 3×3 basketball.

Held at centralwOrld Square, the second edition of the Champions Cup combined elite competition with growing global visibility, both on and off the court.

Record growth across owned digital platforms

The event recorded strong growth across all key digital metrics, reflecting increasing global interest in the discipline.

The Champions Cup generated 59.8 million impressions, up from 37.4 million in 2025 (+60%), marking a significant increase in overall reach.

Total views also surged to 48 million, compared to 26.6 million in the previous edition (+80%), while engagement reached 1.3 million, up from 1.1 million last year (+18%).

Social media continued to play a central role in driving performance, with Facebook accounting for 41% of total engagement, compared to 29% in 2025.

These figures highlight the continued effectiveness of 3×3 basketball’s fast-paced, highlight-driven content in connecting with global audiences.

Extensive global broadcast coverage across key markets

The FIBA 3×3 Champions Cup 2026 was broadcast globally through a wide network of partners, ensuring strong international visibility for the event.

Coverage included:

1. Olympic Channel

2. TRT (Turkey)

3. TV Madagascar

4. TVP (Poland)

5. beIN Sports (USA)

6. RTS (Serbia)

7. Shinai Sports (China)

8. Unbeaten (USA)

9. OKKO (Russia)

10. CBC (Canada)

11. Arena Sports TV (Serbia)

In addition, the event received extensive coverage from major media outlets in Thailand, further strengthening its local footprint and visibility:

Major national media:

1. Thairath

2. Channel 3

3. Channel 7 (BBTV)

4. ThaiPBS

5. MCOT

Major digital and specialty platforms:

1. Khaosod

2. PPTVHD36

3. MainStand

4. T Sports 7

This combination of global broadcast partners and strong local media presence reflects the growing demand for 3×3 basketball content across both international and domestic markets.

Beyond digital and media performance, the event delivered a strong on-site footprint in Bangkok, with full attendance across all three days at centralwOrld.

In total, more than 19,300 fans attended the event, representing 45 different nationalities, highlighting the global appeal of 3×3 basketball and its ability to bring together diverse audiences in a shared urban setting.

The tournament also welcomed a number of distinguished guests and key stakeholders from across sport, media and business, including:

• Mr. Pimol Srivikorn, President of the National Olympic Committee of Thailand

• Mr. Nipon Chavalitmontien, President of the Basketball Sport Association of Thailand

• Mr. Brian L. Marcar, Managing Director of Tero Entertainment Public Company Limited

• Mr. Patthanapong Nuphan, Managing Director of Channel 7HD

• Ms. Mallika Luangnimitrmas, Marketing Director Thailand of TCP Group

• Mr. Ignacio Soriano, FIBA 3×3 Head of Events

Their presence highlighted the strong institutional and commercial support behind the event.

The Champions Cup also attracted well-known figures from the local entertainment industry, adding to the event’s visibility and cultural appeal. Among those in attendance were:

• MellaMay (Melanee Marcar), performer of the official tournament theme song “Bounce”

• Ohm Cocktail, singer and music producer.

• Ter Chantavit, actor and screenwriter

• Deland Dechoshai, Thai Supermodel Male 2024 winner

• Sean Chawitsakan, actor and model

On and off the court, the event delivered a dynamic experience for fans, combining elite competition with entertainment and community engagement.

Additional highlights included:

• The Opening Ceremony

• The Road to Champions Cup youth competition finals

• The Walk of Fame and influencer engagement activities

• Entertainment elements such as the Dunk Show and Fan Zone

Together, these elements contributed to a vibrant event atmosphere that connected local audiences with the global 3×3 basketball community.

Continued momentum as the road to LA28 accelerates

The performance of the Champions Cup 2026 underscores the continued rise of 3×3 basketball across multiple dimensions — competition, content and fan engagement.

With the road to the LA28 Olympic Games underway, events like the Champions Cup play a key role in strengthening the sport’s global footprint and visibility.

The combination of digital growth, expanded broadcast reach and strong on-site engagement in Bangkok reflects a discipline that continues to evolve and reach new audiences worldwide.

FIBA

BANGKOK (Thailand) – The FIBA 3×3 Sponsor | Red Bull Champions Cup 2026 delivered a strong all-around performance across digital, broadcast and on-site engagement, further reinforcing the global momentum of 3×3 basketball.

Held at centralwOrld Square, the second edition of the Champions Cup combined elite competition with growing global visibility, both on and off the court.

Record growth across owned digital platforms

The event recorded strong growth across all key digital metrics, reflecting increasing global interest in the discipline.

The Champions Cup generated 59.8 million impressions, up from 37.4 million in 2025 (+60%), marking a significant increase in overall reach.

Total views also surged to 48 million, compared to 26.6 million in the previous edition (+80%), while engagement reached 1.3 million, up from 1.1 million last year (+18%).

Social media continued to play a central role in driving performance, with Facebook accounting for 41% of total engagement, compared to 29% in 2025.

These figures highlight the continued effectiveness of 3×3 basketball’s fast-paced, highlight-driven content in connecting with global audiences.

Extensive global broadcast coverage across key markets

The FIBA 3×3 Champions Cup 2026 was broadcast globally through a wide network of partners, ensuring strong international visibility for the event.

Coverage included:

1. Olympic Channel

2. TRT (Turkey)

3. TV Madagascar

4. TVP (Poland)

5. beIN Sports (USA)

6. RTS (Serbia)

7. Shinai Sports (China)

8. Unbeaten (USA)

9. OKKO (Russia)

10. CBC (Canada)

11. Arena Sports TV (Serbia)

In addition, the event received extensive coverage from major media outlets in Thailand, further strengthening its local footprint and visibility:

Major national media:

1. Thairath

2. Channel 3

3. Channel 7 (BBTV)

4. ThaiPBS

5. MCOT

Major digital and specialty platforms:

1. Khaosod

2. PPTVHD36

3. MainStand

4. T Sports 7

This combination of global broadcast partners and strong local media presence reflects the growing demand for 3×3 basketball content across both international and domestic markets.

Beyond digital and media performance, the event delivered a strong on-site footprint in Bangkok, with full attendance across all three days at centralwOrld.

In total, more than 19,300 fans attended the event, representing 45 different nationalities, highlighting the global appeal of 3×3 basketball and its ability to bring together diverse audiences in a shared urban setting.

The tournament also welcomed a number of distinguished guests and key stakeholders from across sport, media and business, including:

• Mr. Pimol Srivikorn, President of the National Olympic Committee of Thailand

• Mr. Nipon Chavalitmontien, President of the Basketball Sport Association of Thailand

• Mr. Brian L. Marcar, Managing Director of Tero Entertainment Public Company Limited

• Mr. Patthanapong Nuphan, Managing Director of Channel 7HD

• Ms. Mallika Luangnimitrmas, Marketing Director Thailand of TCP Group

• Mr. Ignacio Soriano, FIBA 3×3 Head of Events

Their presence highlighted the strong institutional and commercial support behind the event.

The Champions Cup also attracted well-known figures from the local entertainment industry, adding to the event’s visibility and cultural appeal. Among those in attendance were:

• MellaMay (Melanee Marcar), performer of the official tournament theme song “Bounce”

• Ohm Cocktail, singer and music producer.

• Ter Chantavit, actor and screenwriter

• Deland Dechoshai, Thai Supermodel Male 2024 winner

• Sean Chawitsakan, actor and model

On and off the court, the event delivered a dynamic experience for fans, combining elite competition with entertainment and community engagement.

Additional highlights included:

• The Opening Ceremony

• The Road to Champions Cup youth competition finals

• The Walk of Fame and influencer engagement activities

• Entertainment elements such as the Dunk Show and Fan Zone

Together, these elements contributed to a vibrant event atmosphere that connected local audiences with the global 3×3 basketball community.

Continued momentum as the road to LA28 accelerates

The performance of the Champions Cup 2026 underscores the continued rise of 3×3 basketball across multiple dimensions — competition, content and fan engagement.

With the road to the LA28 Olympic Games underway, events like the Champions Cup play a key role in strengthening the sport’s global footprint and visibility.

The combination of digital growth, expanded broadcast reach and strong on-site engagement in Bangkok reflects a discipline that continues to evolve and reach new audiences worldwide.

FIBA

BANGKOK (Thailand) – Fans around the world can follow the FIBA 3×3 Champions Cup 2026 through a wide range of broadcast and digital partners.

The second edition of the global national team competition will take place March 13-15 at the centralwOrld in Bangkok, bringing together the world’s top men’s and women’s teams for three days of elite 3×3 basketball.

Viewers can catch the action live through multiple television networks, streaming platforms and digital channels across several regions.

Confirmed broadcast partners

Europe

• RTS (Serbia) – Serbia games and final day live on RTS Planeta; delayed broadcast on RTS2

• Arena Sports TV – Coverage in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and North Macedonia

• TVP (Poland) – Final day coverage on tvpsport.pl

• OKKO (Russia) – Digital streaming platform

• TRT (Turkey) – Coverage on TRT SPOR YILDIZ

Asia

America

• beIN Sports (USA / Canada) – Live streaming on beIN OTT and delayed broadcast on linear channels

• Azteca (Central America) – OTT platform coverage

• America TV (Peru) – Streaming via America TVGo

• CBC (Canada) – Live streaming on the CBC YouTube channel

Africa

Digital coverage worldwide

Fans across the globe will also be able to follow the tournament through FIBA’s digital ecosystem and international streaming platforms.

Worldwide digital coverage will be available on:

• Unbeaten Channel

• Olympic Channel

Games will also be streamed on the official FIBA 3×3 YouTube channel, allowing global audiences to follow the tournament live online.

The FIBA 3×3 Champions Cup 2026 promises three days of high-intensity halfcourt action as the world’s top national teams battle for the title and key qualification rewards on the international calendar.

FIBA

Valkyries’ guard Veronica Burton will represent USA Basketball in the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Champions Cup in Bangkok from March 13-15. The U.S. women will make their debut in the event’s second iteration, while the men competed in the event’s debut last year. The American teams qualified for the 3×3 Champions Cup by virtue of winning the 2025 FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup last November in Leon, Mexico. The 2026 USA 3×3 Women’s Champions Cup Team comprises Veronica Burton, Shakira Austin, Allisha Gray and Naz Hillmon, who played together and won the gold medal at the 2025 FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup.

The women’s team features 2020 Olympic champion Gray, who made her return to the national team stage in November. She is joined by Burton, who is a 2022 FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup silver medalist and 2022 FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup bronze medalist. Austin, who has attended previous USA Basketball 3×3 development camps, and Hilmon made their USA 3×3 national team debuts at the 3×3 AmeriCup. All four have USA 5-on-5 experience with Austin winning a gold medal at the 2022 FIBA Women’s World Cup and Burton most recently participating in the December 2025 USA Women’s National Team training camp.

The women tip off Pool A on March 13 with Madagascar (10:20 a.m. ET) followed by matchups with Netherlands (7:30 a.m. ET) and Australia (9:30 a.m. ET) on March 14. The men have a pair of Pool B games on March 13 against Netherlands (7:30 a.m. ET) and Madagascar (9:30 a.m. ET), with their final pool contest vs. Australia on March 14 (10:30 a.m. ET). Following pool play, the top two teams from each of the two four-team pools advance to the semifinals. The women’s semis are scheduled for March 14 with the women’s finals and men’s semis and finals on March 15. The full schedule is here.

The FIBA 3×3 Champions Cup features eight teams per gender, including continental champions, World Cup winners, top-ranked nations and hosts Thailand. The winners of the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Champions Cup will secure direct qualification to the 2027 FIBA 3×3 World Cup, 2027 FIBA 3×3 Champions Cup and the Cups-based Olympic Qualification Tournament in 2028.