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Nickeil Alexander-Walker highlights Canada Basketball's men's roster for latest World Cup qualifier

CBC Sports · August 25, 2026 at 12:23 p.m.

Nickeil Alexander-Walker highlights Canada Basketball's men's roster for latest World Cup qualifier

Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker will once again play for Canada as the nation pushes to qualify for next year's FIBA World Cup.

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