3x3 Basketball Set for Major Expansion at LA28 Olympics
Source: news.source.sunstar
The International Olympic Committee has decided to expand the 3x3 basketball event at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, increasing the number of teams from 8 to 12 per gender. This move reflects the sport's growing popularity and aims to enhance global representation in the Olympic basketball program.
Key Points
The IOC has approved an expansion of 3x3 basketball teams from 8 to 12 for both men and women at the LA28 Olympics.
This decision highlights the increasing global appeal and development of 3x3 basketball.
The expansion aims to increase universality and national representation at the Olympics.
Fiba President Sheikh Saud Ali Al Thani and Secretary General Andreas Zagklis expressed enthusiasm about the expansion, citing the sport's growth and its fit with Los Angeles' basketball culture.
