Game Changer: Genius Sports Brings AI to the Court at FIBA U19 World Cup

April 29th, 2025 — The future of sports just got a fast break. Genius Sports has announced it will deploy cutting-edge AI technology at the upcoming FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup in Lausanne, marking a major milestone in the fusion of live sports, data science, and fan engagement. As the basketball world turns its eyes to tomorrow’s stars, Genius Sports is making sure every pass, pivot, and buzzer-beater is tracked, analyzed, and amplified in real time. Their AI-driven system will provide instantaneous insights into player movements, team strategies, and game momentum — all while feeding data streams directly into global sportsbooks and second-screen experiences. This means more than just better stats. For fans, it’s an immersive leap forward: predictive play models, dynamic replays, and real-time engagement tools that bring every angle of the action to life. For sportsbooks, it means richer, faster, and more accurate betting markets — enhancing integrity while keeping pace with the speed of the game. FIBA's collaboration with Genius Sports also sets the stage for AI to take a leading role in international tournaments, where youth competitions often serve as proving grounds for both players and innovation. In a world where milliseconds matter and engagement is everything, Genius Sports is turning data into drama — and Lausanne is about to become the most high-tech court in youth basketball history.