USA Men's World Championships Roster Announced
Coach Mike Krzyzewski and his staff announced the 15 players chosen to represent the United States in August's World Championships. The coaching staff was required to trim their 24 man roster down to 15 for the championship games in Asia.
Among the players not selected were Luke Ridnour, Shawn Marion (knee) and Adam Morrison; the official reasons were not disclosed. It's important to note that these players are still part of the 24 man roster to be considered for the 2008 Olympics, but they won't representing USA Basketball for this summer's games.
The 15 men chosen for USA Basketball's 2006 World Championship roster:
- Lebron James, Cleveland Cavaliers (former Rookie of the Year)
- Dwyane Wade, Miami Heat (2006 NBA Finals MVP)
- Carmello Anthony, Denver Nuggets
- Amare Stoudemire, Phoenix Suns (surprise pick - recent injury/surgery)
- Kirk Hinrich, Chicago Bulls (surprising pick)
- Gilbert Arenas, Washington Wizards
- Shane Battier, Houston Rockets
- Chris Bosh, Toronto Raptors
- Elton Brand, L.A. Clippers
- Bruce Bowen, San Antonio Spurs
- Dwight Howard, Orlando Magic
- Antawn Jamison, Washington Wizards
- Joe Johnson, Atlanta Hawks
- Brad Miller, Sacramento Kings
- Chris Paul, New Orleans Hornets
The coaching staff will need to cut the roster down to 12 for the actual championship games. Look for Hinrich, Bosh and Battier to be taken off for the official playing squad.