The FIBA 3×3 World Tour 2024 final in Hong Kong capped an unforgettable year for Worthy de Jong, who emerged as the regular season MVP. The Dutch phenom not only shone individually, but led his team, Amsterdam, to a historic win in a thrilling final against Paris, which ended 22-20 in favour of the Dutch.
“Thank you to the city of Hong Kong for hosting us again for a spectacular 3×3 World Tour final,” said FIBA 3×3 Managing Director Alex Sanchez. “It has been an action-packed season with so many incredible events in iconic locations, including the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. It’s therefore been a pleasure to end our season here in Hong Kong with such amazing fans and high-level competition featuring 11 Olympic medallists.”
Amsterdam’s title is the result of an epic comeback after a difficult start in the group stage. The team managed to defeat the reigning champions for two consecutive years, Ub Huishan NE, in the quarter-finals. They then overcame Raudondvaris Hoptrans in the semi-finals to secure their place in a high-voltage final against Paris.
AMSTERDAM, CHAMPIONS AFTER A COMPLEX ROAD
Paris, with an unstoppable performance throughout the tournament, reached the deciding match after a big win over Riffa in the semi-finals. However, Amsterdam showed grit and precision in the most crucial moment of the tournament. In a point-to-point battle, Worthy de Jong showed why he is considered one of FIBA 3×3’s biggest stars, leading his team to the title with key plays and outstanding scoring ability.
The 22-20 scoreline reflects not only the intensity of the game, but also the quality of both teams, who put on an unforgettable show in Hong Kong. For Amsterdam, this victory marks the perfect end to a historic season.
DE JONG: MVP AND LEADER OF A GENERATION
Worthy de Jong was not only the heart and soul of Amsterdam in the final, but his performance throughout the tournament reaffirms his status as one of the best players in FIBA 3×3. Averaging 7.1 points per game during the season and racking up MVPs in key tournaments such as Ulaanbaatar and Abu Dhabi, the Dutchman sealed a dream year with this title.
This achievement also places him alongside legends such as Dusan Bulut and Karlis Lasmanis in FIBA 3×3 history. Moreover, his impact goes beyond numbers, as his ability to inspire fans and lift his team at critical moments makes him an indispensable figure in the sport.
THE HONG KONG FINAL, ONE FOR THE AGES
The duel between Amsterdam and Paris will be remembered as one of the most exciting games of the FIBA 3×3 World Tour. Both teams demonstrated the evolution and growth of the sport, offering a level of competitiveness that kept fans tense and excited from the start to the last second of each duel.