As the 2024 3×3 basketball season nears its conclusion, the stage is set for the Grand Slam Finals in Hong Kong from November 22 to 24. Fourteen elite teams from across the globe will battle for the ultimate title. Among them is Mongolia’s pride, Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy, marking a significant milestone for the nation in this dynamic sport.
This year, Serbia’s Ub Huishan NI leads the rankings with 980 points after five Grand Slam victories, including their recent win in Shenzhen. Austria’s Vienna, Bahrain’s Riffa, Serbia’s Liman, and the Netherlands’ Amsterdam follow closely in the standings.
Mongolia’s Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy is ranked 10th with 402 points. Their top performances this season include third place at the Manama Grand Slam and semifinals in Shanghai and Manama. In the semifinals of Manama, they triumphed over the formidable Chongming team but fell short of reaching the finals.
Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy has shown resilience, defeating top-tier teams like Amsterdam, American squads, and even Olympic champion-heavy Serbia. Their track record makes them a formidable contender, provided they play with precision and strong defense.
The Path to Glory
The Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy team for the finals includes:
- Dulguun Delgernyam
- Steve Sir
- Marko Dugosiya
- Enkhbaatar Dolgoon
They are placed in Group C alongside Amsterdam HiPRO, featuring stars like Worthy de Jong and Dimeo van der Horst, and Bahrain’s Riffa, led by Angelo Tsagarakis and Kevin Corre.
Key Matchups
The competition in Group C will be intense, with Riffa and Amsterdam bringing in their best rosters. Group A, dubbed the “Serbian battleground,” will feature Ub Huishan NI, Partizan Meta Force, and Liman, setting the tone for a thrilling Grand Slam Finals.
Mongolia’s Hope
The Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy squad is set to shine on the global stage, carrying the aspirations of their nation. With consistent performance, precision shooting, and strong teamwork, they could secure Mongolia’s first Grand Slam title since their historic 2023 win.
Fans eagerly await the start of the finals in Hong Kong, where basketball greatness will be determined.
