FIBA men's basketball world ranking: Complete list 

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Discover the current FIBA men's basketball world rankings ahead of the 2023 FIBA World Cup tipping off on 25 August. 

1 minBy Chloe Merrell
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The 2023 FIBA World Cup, taking place from 25 August, will crown a new men's world champion when the tournament concludes on 10 September.

But which team will enter the fray as the world's No.1 side?

The FIBA men's basketball world ranking provides a definitive list of the top teams on the planet.

The rankings are calculated based on a weighted points system that takes into account games played over the most recent eight-year period.

After the FIBA World Cup qualifiers in February, reigning world champions Spain stayed in the number one spot, a position they have occupied since their victory at EuroBasket last year.

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FIBA Men's Basketball World Rankings ahead of 2023 World Cup

Correct as of 27 February 2023.

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