Jamaica’s Men’s National Team🇯🇲 is locked in and ready for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Pre-Qualifiers in Mexico, with NBA star Norman Powell emerging as the centerpiece of the squad’s high-octane ambitions.
The 32-year-old veteran, an NBA champion and proven scorer averaging 21 points per game last season, is bringing elite firepower and leadership to the floor. Head Coach Rick Turner is building the team’s identity around Powell’s dynamic play, vowing to unleash a fast-paced, defensive-minded unit designed to make noise on the global stage.
“Everything we do will be built around Norman Powell,” Turner affirmed. “He’s a great player and leader—and we’re ready to push the tempo.”
The team is currently training hard in Florida, focused on syncing up and sharpening team chemistry before their opening matchup on Friday against Barbados. Costa Rica follows on Saturday, with a blockbuster Sunday clash against hosts Mexico.
Only the top two finishers in Group A will advance, and Jamaica’s mission is clear: three games, three wins, no excuses.
“I’m proud to wear the Jamaican uniform and give my all,” Powell said, visibly energized by the journey ahead.
The rhythm is set, the team is buzzing, and the battle cry is real. 🇯🇲🏀🔥
