Meesseman's 2018 World Cup double-double run revisited

Her 10.7 rebounds per game led the tournament

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 281 min read

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A double-double average. An All-Star performance. Belgium's fourth-place finish at the #FIBAWWC 2018 doesn't happen with

What happened: Emma Meesseman earned All-Star Five honors as Belgium reached the semifinals in its World Cup debut. Belgium ultimately finished fourth.

Why it matters: The performance established Meesseman as the centerpiece of Belgium's rise in international basketball. Her 2018 production offers a benchmark ahead of the 2026 tournament.

By the numbers: Meesseman averaged 18.5 points, 10.7 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.3 blocks per game.

What to watch: Belgium's opening games at the 2026 World Cup will provide the next measure of Meesseman's impact.

Sources

@FIBAWWC Jul 28, 9:59 AM ET

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