The Basketball World Cup is an international basketball championship organized by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA). It features national teams from around the world competing for the title of world champion. The tournament is held every four years and showcases the best talent in men's basketball. The first Basketball World Cup took place in 1950, and it has grown in popularity since then. Teams from various countries, including the United States, Spain, and Australia, participate in the event. The tournament not only highlights competitive basketball but also promotes the sport globally.