COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado and OCEANSIDE, California (11/6/25) - USA Basketball announced today that Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, California, home to the NBA G League San Diego Clippers, will host a pair of USA FIBA Men’s World Cup Qualifying games against Dominican Republic and Mexico on Feb. 26 and March 1, 2026, respectively. Tickets are now on sale at USAB.com/tickets with prices starting as low as $20 for general admission..
“USA Basketball is looking forward to playing two World Cup Qualifying home games in an arena known for its fan experience,” said Jim Tooley, USA Basketball CEO. “This is a great opportunity for USA Basketball to return to this basketball-rich region on the path to the 2027 FIBA Men’s World Cup.”
The games in Oceanside will be part of a two-game window with USA Basketball that sees the U.S. host Dominican Republic at 7 p.m. PT and Mexico at 4 p.m. PT. The USA Men, who are in Group A, will first host a training camp in Oceanside. USA Basketball begins 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifying later this month with a pair of games vs. Nicaragua in Managua on Nov. 29 and in College Park, Georgia, on Dec. 1.
“It’s an honor to host USA Basketball here in Oceanside,” said Sean Bowers, Frontwave Arena executive vice president of Sports Management. “Frontwave Arena was built to bring world-class sports and entertainment to North County, and there’s no better example than seeing the USA compete on our court in front of local fans.”
As previously announced, from November 2025 to March 2027, six World Cup Qualifying windows will feature 420 total games, as 80 national teams compete for one of 32 berths to the 2027 FIBA Men’s World Cup in Doha, Qatar.
Following Windows 1 and 2, Window 3 sees the USA play a pair of road contests in Dominican Republic on July 3 and Mexico on July 6, 2026. Nations will be regrouped for Windows 4-6.
In the FIBA Americas zone, 16 teams will play across six windows with seven advancing to the World Cup. For more information, click here.
Players selected to represent the USA in the FIBA World Cup Qualifying games are expected to primarily be from the NBA G League. More information about the USA roster, coaching staff and training camp will be announced at a later date.
Under the current format, which dates back to the 2019 FIBA Men’s World Cup, USA Basketball has compiled a 19-5 record and has finished atop their respective group in both 2019 and 2023.
The USA are winners of two of the last four FIBA World Cups (2010, 2014).
For more information on the 2027 FIBA Men’s World Cup, click here.
About USA Basketball
USA Basketball, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024, is the National Governing Body for the sport of basketball in the United States. As the recognized governing body by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC), USA Basketball is responsible for the selection and training of USA teams that compete in FIBA-sponsored basketball competitions and select national events, and for the development of youth basketball initiatives addressing player development, coach education and safety.
USA Basketball, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024, is the National Governing Body for the sport of basketball in the United States. As the recognized governing body by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC), USA Basketball is responsible for the selection and training of USA teams that compete in FIBA-sponsored basketball competitions and select national events, and for the development of youth basketball initiatives addressing player development, coach education and safety.
About Frontwave Arena
Frontwave Arena is the gateway to world-class sports and entertainment in North County San Diego. Located in Oceanside, California, the 7,500-capacity arena showcases the best and brightest names in music of all genres, headline comedy, family shows and community events. In addition to 16-time champion San Diego Sockers of the Major Arena Soccer League and the new NBA G League San Diego Clippers, the venue hosts a growing roster of sports teams, tournaments and athletic events. Frontwave Arena sets new standards for premium fan experiences with 16 luxury suites, VIP viewing decks, exclusive lounges and an open-air patio. An expansive outdoor plaza will host performances, activities and more. Frontwave Arena opened Sept. 16, 2024.
Frontwave Arena is the gateway to world-class sports and entertainment in North County San Diego. Located in Oceanside, California, the 7,500-capacity arena showcases the best and brightest names in music of all genres, headline comedy, family shows and community events. In addition to 16-time champion San Diego Sockers of the Major Arena Soccer League and the new NBA G League San Diego Clippers, the venue hosts a growing roster of sports teams, tournaments and athletic events. Frontwave Arena sets new standards for premium fan experiences with 16 luxury suites, VIP viewing decks, exclusive lounges and an open-air patio. An expansive outdoor plaza will host performances, activities and more. Frontwave Arena opened Sept. 16, 2024.