As the FIBA Men’s World Cup 2023 heats up, the Australian Boomers are bracing for pivotal second-round encounters.
Exclusive coverage of these critical clashes will be broadcast live on ESPN, starting this Friday, September 1, at 10:10 pm AEST against Slovenia.
The Boomers, who finished runners-up in Pool E, find themselves at a decisive juncture. Despite claiming victories over Finland and Japan, they were bested by Germany, the eventual pool winners. The stakes are high as they strive to secure a spot in the tournament’s last eight.
Their first hurdle is Slovenia, spearheaded by NBA sensation Luka Doncic. Slovenia, who topped their group by defeating Venezuela, Georgia, and Cape Verde, are undeniably a force in international basketball. This clash will provide a stern test for the Boomers as they seek to keep their quarterfinal dreams alive.
Two days later, on Sunday, September 3, the Boomers will face Georgia, also a strong contender. This match will be broadcast live on ESPN at 5:30 pm AEST. Given that points from the pool stage carry over, both Germany and Slovenia are well-positioned, making it imperative for the Boomers to triumph in both fixtures for a quarterfinal berth.
For fans who crave comprehensive coverage, ESPN’s World Cup Live offers extensive pre-game and post-game analysis. A stellar lineup featuring Neroli Meadows, Trevor Gleeson, Kane Pitman, Bec Allen, Olgun Uluc, and John Casey promises to leave no stone unturned.
American basketball aficionados are in for a treat as well. ESPN2 will feature Team USA squaring off against Montenegro and Lithuania in other eagerly-awaited matchups. Up to eight live games will be broadcast daily across ESPN, ESPN2, and the ESPN App during the Second Round and Classification stage.
Australian viewers are in for an added bonus. Selected games, including every Boomers and Team USA match, will be accessible via Kayo Freebies—no subscription required. To gain access, users can visit www.kayosports.com.au/freebies or download the Kayo Sports app.
This significant announcement enhances the accessibility of international basketball for Aussie fans, as games can also be streamed via Foxtel, Kayo Sports, and Fetch TV. With the tournament hosted in a time zone friendly to Australia, it’s a perfect chance to catch world-class basketball in prime time.
Consequently, fans won’t miss a beat. Full replays and FIBA Minis will be available on-demand on ESPN, ensuring a comprehensive FIBA World Cup experience. So whether you’re a Boomer supporter or a fan of the sport, ESPN promises to deliver the most extensive FIBA Men’s World Cup coverage Australia has ever witnessed.
Note: Streaming via the ESPN App and ESPN.com.au is exclusive to subscribers of ESPN via Foxtel, Fetch TV, and SKY NZ, as they must enter their platform credentials. Kayo subscribers are not eligible for this service. The ESPN App can be downloaded from both the Apple and Android stores.
FIBA World Cup 2023 – Second Round and Classification Game Schedu
Friday September 1
5.45pm AEST, Serbia vs Italy, ESPN App*
6.15pm AEST, Germany vs Georgia, ESPN
6.25pm AEST, USA vs Montenegro, ESPN2
7.30pm AEST, Spain vs Latvia, ESPN App*
9.30pm AEST, World Cup Live, ESPN
9.45pm AEST, Dominican Republic vs Puerto Rico, ESPN App*
10.10pm AEST, Slovenia vs Australia, ESPN
10.25pm AEST, Lithuania vs Greece, ESPN App*
11.15pm AEST, Canada vs Brazil, ESPN2
Saturday September 2
5.15pm AEST, Finland vs Venezuela, ESPN
5.45pm AEST, Angola vs South Sudan, ESPN App*
6.30pm AEST, New Zealand vs Egypt, ESPN2
7.30pm AEST, Cote D’Ivoire vs France, ESPN App*
11.15pm AEST, Iran vs Lebanon, ESPN App*
8.55pm AEST, Japan vs Cape Verde, ESPN
9.45pm AEST, Philippines vs China, ESPN App*
10.15pm AEST, Jordan vs Mexico, ESPN2
Sunday September 3
5pm AEST, World Cup Live, ESPN
5.30pm AEST, Australia vs Georgia, ESPN
5.45pm AEST, Italy vs Puerto Rico, ESPN App*
6.25pm AEST, Greece vs Montenegro, ESPN2
7.30pm AEST, Brazil vs Latvia, ESPN App*
8.55pm AEST, Germany vs Slovenia, ESPN
9.45pm AEST, Dominican Rep vs Serbia, ESPN App*
10.25pm AEST, USA vs Lithuania, ESPN2
11.15pm AEST, Spain vs Canada, ESPN App*
