By John Askounis/ info@eurohoops.net
Daniel Hackett was excused from the beginning of the Italian National Team’s training camp before the 2019 FIBA World Cup, FIP, the Italian Basketball Federation, disclosed via press release. He is set to join his National Team on Friday morning.
FIP president Giovanni Petrucci after discussing with head coach Meo Sacchetti and hearing from Hackett himself granted his request. The 31-year-old guard delayed his first practice with Italy for personal reasons.
Italy will participate in Group D of the World Cup going against the Philippines, Angola and Serbia at China. First or second place will lead to Group J action against two of Spain, Iran, Puerto Rico and Tunisia.