BEIJING (China) - Eric Dixon, a 25-year-old power forward, was awarded the Most Valuable Player of the FIBA Intercontinental Cup 2026 after leading the NBA G League United to their first title. The former Villanova Wildcats star excelled throughout the tournament, scoring in double figures in all four games, including 18 points in the Final against Rytas Vilnius from Lithuania. His performance featured five crucial points in the final moments that helped secure the win against the Basketball Champions League Europe champions. Dixon finished the tournament leading the team with an average of 16.3 points and an efficiency rating of 15.8, along with 4.5 rebounds per game.