FIBA 3x3 AmeriCup lands in León

The 2025 AmeriCup is taking over the streets of León, Mexico, from 27–30. November It's the the first time the championship has been held in this location and it's by far one of the biggest weekends on the Americas' 3x3 calendar.

FIBA 3x3 is using León’s historic centre - in front of the striking Templo Expiatorio del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús - as the battleground. The tournament features both men’s and women’s national teams from across the Americas, all vying not just for continental supremacy, but also positioning for future international 3x3 events.

For Mexico, hosting the event is an opportunity to showcase home-ground support and 3x3 passion, while countries with deep 3x3 pedigrees are arriving with high expectations.

We break down some of the top teams below.

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🇺🇸 USA

The reigning heavyweight in the men’s AmeriCup with multiple titles (including 2024) and perennial contender in women’s - the USA Basketball squads are bringing serious firepower in 2025, including players like Dylan Travis and Henry Caruso. The women’s team blends WNBA-level talent and 3x3-savvy athletes; the men’s side draws on players familiar with the FIBA 3x3 World Tour circuit. Expect highly-skilled ball, athleticism, and the kind of pace that favours deep, experienced rosters.

🇨🇦 Canada

On the women’s side especially, Canada Basketball enters with a squad mixing proven experience and emerging talent. They have dominated in the Women's Series and they'll come out firing.

🇲🇽 Mexico

As host nation, the home crowd and familiar surroundings give the Mexican teams a real chance to step up. For Mexico, this AmeriCup is more than just participation - it’s a statement. The local energy, support, and home-court pride could spark some surprise performances.

🌍 Emerging squads – Keep an eye on Guyana, Brazil, the Caribbean & more

Part of what makes AmeriCup compelling is its diversity. Teams such as Guyana's national 3x3 team arrive with fresh rosters and Brazil are starting to run their own events also for local hoopers, building their experience in big competitions. These underdog teams might not be favourites on paper - but in 3x3, momentum, chemistry, and a hot shooting night can take you far.

We may some emerging talent from teams like Brazil

For any fans of 3x3 - and for anyone following the sport’s continued rise - this tournament promises to deliver not just elite-level competition, but a chance to see the next generation of 3x3 stars emerge, perhaps even players you haven’t heard of yet.

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