What happened: Iyana Martin earned the FIBA Women's World Cup Rising Star honor after a tournament-closing run that put her among the event's breakout names. The award followed FIBA's earlier spotlight on her quarterfinal and semifinal scoring performances.

Why it matters: The honor sharpens Martin's international profile at 20, especially after she moved from prospect buzz into late-tournament production. It also gives FIBA another young guard to market from a World Cup cycle that leaned heavily on established stars.

What to watch: Watch whether Martin's award turns into a bigger senior role in the next international window. Club usage will be the next practical test of how quickly the breakout carries over.