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Final 12-man Boomers squad announced for 2019 FIBA World Cup

Australia has announced the Boomers squad that will take on the USA in two massive preparation games this month at Marvel Stadium

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Australia has announced the final 12-man Boomers squad that will head to China for the 2019 FIBA World Cup later this year.

The side will first take on USA Basketball in Melbourne in preparation this month. The clashes will take place on Thursday 22 and Saturday 24 August.

Boomers Squad

The final squad is:

Aron Baynes

Andrew Bogut

Jonah Bolden

Xavier Cooks

Matthew Dellavedova

Cameron Gliddon

Chris Goulding

Joe Ingles

Nicholas Kay

Jock Landale

Patty Mills

Nathan Sobey

There are some notable omissions from the squad, namely Mitch Creek and Deng Adel, both players with NBA experience. But there is still plenty of NBA talent on display, including Patty Mills (San Antonio Spurs), Joe Ingles (Utah Jazz), Matthew Dellavedova (Cleveland Cavaliers), Jonah Bolden (Philadelphia 76ers) and Aron Baynes (Phoenix Suns).

Tickets to both games are almost gone, so be quick and grab yours now to see these Aussie stars in action against some huge names from the USA. Find your tickets at Ticketmaster.com.au.