Bell-Haynes leads Canada past Bahamas in FIBA World Cup qualifying

By Canadian Press on December 1, 2025.

TORONTO — Trae Bell-Haynes had 17 points, 10 assists and five rebounds to lead the Canadian men’s basketball team in a 94-88 win over the Bahamas in 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifying Monday.

Thomas Scrubb scored 16 points while Kyle Wiltjer added 15 points, five rebounds and four assists for Canada.

Garvin Clarke led the Bahamas with 20 points and 13 assists at Mattamy Athletic Centre.

Canada also defeated the Bahamas 111-75 last Friday in Nassau, Bahamas, to open group play in the Americas bracket.

This window is the first of six in a 15-month qualification cycle across four FIBA regions.

Canada defeated the United States to capture its first bronze medal in the tournament in 2023.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 1, 2025.

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