The 2025 Nike Hoop Summit is set to bring together the brightest young basketball talents from around the globe. This prestigious event, held annually in Portland, Oregon, features a USA vs. World format, pitting the top high school seniors from the United States against the best U19 international players. With both male and female rosters now announced, anticipation is building.
The women’s game, introduced just four years ago, has quickly become a highlight of the Hoop Summit. This year’s USA roster is headlined by Aaliyah Chavez, the 2025 Naismith Girls High School Player of the Year and the nation’s top-ranked recruit. Chavez, a 5’11” guard committed to Oklahoma, is joined by other standout players, including:
- Sienna Betts: A dominant 6’4″ center and McDonald’s All-American Game MVP, heading to UCLA.
- Jasmine “Jazzy” Davidson: A versatile 6’1″ guard ranked third in her class, committed to USC.
- Madison Francis: A 6’1″ forward known for her viral dunking prowess, set to play for Mississippi State.
- ZaKiyah Johnson: A 6’0″ guard and Kentucky Ms. Basketball, committed to LSU.
The World Team features top international prospects, including Agot Makeer, a highly-rated combo guard from Canada who will attend South Carolina, and Daria “Dasha” Biriuk, a Ukrainian guard whose journey to the Summit is a testament to resilience and determination.
The men’s game continues its tradition of showcasing future NBA talent. The USA roster boasts an impressive array of players, including:
- A.J. Dybantsa: The No. 1 recruit in his class, a forward committed to BYU.
- Cameron Boozer: The son of NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer, projected as a top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, heading to Duke.
- Kiyan Anthony: The son of Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony, a top-rated player from New York, committed to Syracuse.
The World Team counters with its own rising stars, including international standouts who are eager to make their mark on the global stage.
The Nike Hoop Summit has long been a stepping stone for basketball’s next generation of stars. Alumni include NBA legends like Kevin Durant, Dirk Nowitzki, and Anthony Davis, as well as WNBA standouts such as JuJu Watkins and Madison Booker. This year’s event, taking place on April 12 at the Moda Center, will undoubtedly add new names to this illustrious list.
Fans can catch the action live on USA Network and Peacock, with the women’s game tipping off at 7:30 p.m. ET, followed by the men’s game at 10 p.m. ET. As the basketball world turns its attention to Portland, the 2025 Nike Hoop Summit promises to deliver a thrilling glimpse into the future of the sport.
