The Team USA roster heading Manilla for the World Cup this summer just gets deeper and more athletic. Two more players have committed to playing: Defensive Player of the Year Jaren Jackson Jr.
and the Pelicans scoring machine Brandon Ingram, reports Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. We now have eight of the 12 players expected to represent the USA this summer: Mikal BridgesJalen BrunsonAnthony EdwardsTyrese Haliburton Brandon Ingram Jaren Jackson Jr.Bobby PortisAustin Reaves Jackson Jr.
brings rim-protecting defense plus the ability to space the floor needed by bigs in the international game. Ingram fits the style of scorer — from Kevin Durant back to Carmelo Anthony — that has always done well for Team USA in international competitions.
Ingram averaged 24.7 points per game this season, but missed almost half the season due to a toe injury. The World Cup takes place this summer in the Philippines, Japan and Indonesia, feating 32 teams from around the world.