Finland Men’s National Basketball Team Roster | Squad & Players 2023/2024
Basketball has gained immense popularity in Finland over the years, and the country’s Men’s National Basketball Team has emerged as a formidable force on the international stage. With a rich basketball culture, Finland boasts a talented roster that showcases the nation’s basketball prowess.
In this blog, we will delve into the composition of Finland’s Men’s National Basketball Team and highlight some of the key players who have contributed to their success.
Finland Men’s National Basketball Team General Information
| Full name | Finland men’s national basketball team |
| Nickname | Huuhkajat (The Eagles) |
| Governing body | Basketball Finland |
| Head coach | Henrik Dettmann |
| Current captain | Mikko Koponen |
| Best finish at EuroBasket | 6th (1967) |
| Best finish at FIBA World Cup | 17th (2014) |
| Olympic appearances | 2 (1952, 1964) |
| Current FIBA World Ranking | 33rd (as of July 12, 2023) |
| Current EuroBasket seeding | 17th (as of July 12, 2023) |
| Next major tournament | FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 |
About Finland Men’s National Basketball Team
The Finland men’s national basketball team represents Finland in international basketball competition. The team is governed by Basketball Finland. Finland has played in 17 EuroBasket tournaments, with their best finish coming in sixth place at EuroBasket 1967, on home soil. Finland has appeared at the Olympic Games twice, in 1952 as hosts, and 1964. Finland has also qualified for the FIBA World Cup twice, in 2014 and 2023. Since 2011, Finland has had the highest FIBA World Ranking among Nordic countries.
The team’s nickname is “Huuhkajat”, which means “The Eagles” in Finnish. The current head coach is Henrik Dettmann, who is a former German national team coach. The team’s most famous player is Lauri Markkanen, who currently plays for the Chicago Bulls in the NBA.
Finland is currently ranked 33rd in the FIBA World Ranking. They are seeded 17th in the upcoming EuroBasket tournament. Their next major tournament is the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023.
Here are some of the team’s most notable achievements:
- Sixth place at EuroBasket 1967
- Appearances at the Olympic Games in 1952 and 1964
- Qualification for the FIBA World Cup in 2014 and 2023
- Highest FIBA World Ranking among Nordic countries since 2011
The Finland men’s national basketball team is a strong team with a rich history. They have consistently competed at a high level in international basketball, and they are sure to be a force to be reckoned with in the years to come.
Here are some additional information about the team:
- The team was founded in 1939.
- They have played in 17 EuroBasket tournaments, with their best finish coming in sixth place in 1967.
- They have appeared at the Olympic Games twice, in 1952 and 1964.
- They have qualified for the FIBA World Cup twice, in 2014 and 2023.
- Their most famous player is Lauri Markkanen, who currently plays for the Chicago Bulls in the NBA.
- They are currently coached by Henrik Dettmann, who is a former German national team coach.
- They are currently ranked 33rd in the FIBA World Ranking.
- They are seeded 17th in the upcoming EuroBasket tournament.
- Their next major tournament is the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023.
Finland Men’s National Basketball Team Roster 2023/2024
Here is the current roster for the Finland National Basketball team.
| Pos. | No. | Name | Date of birth (Age) | Height | Club |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | 5 | Alex Murphy | 03-06-1993 (30) | 2.06 m (6 ft 9 in) | Hokkaido |
| SG | 9 | Sasu Salin | 11-06-1991 (32) | 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in) | Tenerife |
| G/F | 14 | Henri Kantonen | 20-08-1997 (25) | 1.98 m (6 ft 6 in) | Kauhajoki |
| SG | 16 | Perttu Blomgren | 13-09-2001 (21) | 1.95 m (6 ft 5 in) | Vilpas |
| F | 18 | Mikael Jantunen | 20-04-2000 (23) | 2.04 m (6 ft 8 in) | Treviso |
| G/F | 19 | Elias Valtonen | 11-06-1999 (24) | 2.04 m (6 ft 8 in) | Manresa |
| C | 20 | Alexander Madsen | 26-01-1995 (28) | 2.07 m (6 ft 9 in) | AEK |
| PG | 21 | Edon Maxhuni | 21-03-1998 (25) | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) | Merlins |
| G/F | 32 | Shawn Hopkins | 09-05-1995 (28) | 1.94 m (6 ft 4 in) | Craiova |
| SG | 41 | Topias Palmi | 26-08-1994 (28) | 1.94 m (6 ft 4 in) | Craiova |
| C | 42 | Daniel Dolenc | 10-08-1993 (29) | 2.06 m (6 ft 9 in) | Kauhajoki |
| F | 44 | Remu Raitanen | 21-08-1997 (25) | 2.06 m (6 ft 9 in) | Albacete |
Conclusion
Finland’s Men’s National Basketball Team boasts a talented roster filled with players who excel in various aspects of the game. From the scoring prowess of Lauri Markkanen to the leadership of Petteri Koponen, each player brings a unique skill set that contributes to the team’s success. With their collective abilities and dedication, Finland’s basketball team has the potential to achieve great things on the international stage and continue to inspire the next generation of Finnish basketball players.
