Words. Patrick Cassidy

We give you France’s Kevin Franceschi, AKA “WHITE MAMBA.” Yes, I laughed too when I saw the nickname … but then I watched the highlight mix after the jump. I understand the level of competition that Franceschi is ripping up, but this is almost exactly how Ricky Rubio Mania started back in the day. Grainy videos of no-look passes and crazy handles surfacing slowly on the internet and Rubio became a legend.

Here’s what we know about the White Mamba (and it’s not much): MORE >

Words. Aron Phillips

What do Kevin Durant, Carmelo Anthony and Tony Parker have in common? Other than all being NBA superstars, these three – along with almost 60 others – have played in the legendary World Basketball Tournament in Douai, France.

Now in its 23rd year, the World Basketball Tournament features the best under-19 talent in the world with the top national teams from Australia, Canada, France, Lithuania, Puerto Rico and the United States (represented by the 2K Sports Preseason All-American Team). With five days of competition, the tournament will prepare each squad for the 2009 FIBA U19 World Championship later this summer. MORE >