Team GB begin their FIBA Eurobasket '25 campaign on Wednesday 27th August in Tampere, Finland.
The 42nd Edition of basketball's elite European contest, first won by Latvia in 1935, represents the latest chance for the sport to breakthrough domestically.
After finishing second in qualifying Group F, GB have been drawn alongside Germany, Lithuania, Finland, Montenegro, and Sweden in Eurobasket Group B – the top four teams will advance to the Last 16.
Getting out of Group B will be a major achievement for Team GB, but not unachievable. Germany and Lithuania are strong favourites to finish in the top four; GB must outperform Finland, Montenegro, and Sweden to reach the knockout stages.
In terms of trophy success, Serbia, Germany, and France are at the forefront of title contention. Greece and Turkey are potential dark horses. Team GB are, at the time of writing, 150-1 outsiders.
However, a win over Greece in November shows that Marc Steutel's men are an emerging, unpredictable force.
The tournament takes place in Finland, Latvia, Cyprus & Poland and will be screened in full on DAZN.
Team GB - Ones To Watch
Center Gabriel Olaseni is GB’s most efficient scorer and delivered a standout performance in qualifiers, leading GB with 18 points and 14 rebounds in the decisive win over the Netherlands.
At just 21, Point Guard Quinn Ellis is the new face of GB basketball. Quinn produced a stellar outing in the upset over Greece - his tempo control, playmaking, and scoring will be vital.
Forward Myles Hesson is a veteran leader on and off the court, averaging 11.8 points and 6.0 rebounds in qualifying. Myles offers toughness, experience, and inside-outside scoring versatility.
