What is Team USA’s first lineup at training camp for FIBA World Cup 2023? Ingram features at SF with surprise at PF

Team USA has undergone its first practice ahead of the FIBA World Cup. The roster isn't star-studded like the Olympics team but is still able to hold its own.

Check out Team USA's lineup below.

Interestingly, the lineup has two former Villanova stars in the backcourt in Jalen Brunson and Mikal Bridges. Both had impressive seasons with their new teams. Brandon Ingram will take the responsibilities at the small forward position, making sure the wing has enough scoring options.

Surprisingly, Cameron Johnson will be taking over the power forward position. The sharp-shooting forward will provide space to make sure the defense is spread out. Capping off the lineup is Jaren Jackson Jr, who will be anchoring the defense and providing an additional scoring option.

Other up-and-coming stars Paolo Banchero, Anthony Edwards, Josh Hart, Walker Kessler, Bobby Portis, and Austin Reaves are also included in the lineup.

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Paolo Banchero talks about playing for Team USA over Italy in this year's FIBA World Cup

2023 FIBA World Cup - USA Men's National Team Practice - Las Vegas

Paolo Banchero was criticized for choosing Team USA over Italy. He's of Italian descent and many have called him out for not representing Italy this year. During a practice session, he explained his decision:

"You’ve got to pick one or the other," Banchero said. "Someone’s going to be left out. It was a tough decision... I felt like it was a good ending, I feel like respect was shown on both sides."

Paolo Banchero talks about choosing Team USA over Italy

The president of the Italian basketball federation Gianni Petrucci said he felt betrayed by Banchero's decision:

"Betrayal, especially in basketball, is a strong word. Situations like this happen, and personally, I'm used to it. But he fooled us, we were planning a great commercial strategy for him," Petrucci said.