Simone Ventura | 20 PTS vs USA | Italy (FIBA U17 World Cup 2026)

Simone Ventura backed up his 29-point game vs France with another strong scoring performance against the United States at the FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup 2026 in Istanbul. 📍 Italy | FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup 2026 | Istanbul, Türkiye 📅 June 30, 2026 — Group Phase, Group A 📊 20 PTS | 3 REB | 2 AST | 1 STL | 8/12 2PT | 1/2 3PT | 66.7% FG | EFF 22 | 26 MIN Three games into this World Cup, Ventura is averaging 19.5 points and 9.5 rebounds per game — ranking 9th in scoring and 4th in rebounding across the entire tournament. The consistency and rebounding numbers from a 6'6" forward show a complete game beyond just buckets. All images and video rights belong to FIBA. --- They Got Next is an independent European basketball scouting and highlight platform covering the next generation of professional players. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly highlights from leagues across Europe and beyond. 📸 Instagram: @they_got_next 🏀 Player highlights | Independent scouting | Connecting players with teams #SimoneVentura #Italy #FIBAU17WorldCup #U17WorldCup #ItalianBasketball #BasketballHighlights #TheyGotNext #BasketballScouting #Cantu #Basketball