Iyana Martin emerges as international standout at World Cup

The 20-year-old guard helped lead Spain to a bronze medal.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 231 min read

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20-year-old Iyana Martin looks at home in the world stage 🌐 #FIBAWWC https://t.co/BpP6FWKOnT

What happened: Iyana Martin capped her 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup with 22 points and nine assists against Germany. She earned TCL Player of the Game honors in the third-place matchup.

Why it matters: Martin served as a primary offensive catalyst throughout the event, proving her capability against senior national rosters. Her overall production resulted in the tournament's Rising Star award.

By the numbers: The guard averaged a team-high 17.5 points per game. She became the first player under 21 to record consecutive 20-point games at the event in the 21st century, and the third-youngest in two decades to reach the 100-point milestone.

What to watch: Martin shifts her focus to professional club play following the conclusion of the international schedule.

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@FIBAWWC Sep 23, 8:10 AM ET

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