Bickerstaff, who revitalized the Pistons and led them to a strong turnaround, adds head-coaching perspective to the staff.

The staff changes are seen as strengthening the pipeline for future rosters and could impact both the Thunder’s and Pistons’ franchise profiles by elevating their coaches in international play.

The 2028 Paris roster is expected to be highly loaded, with discussions around potential returners and newcomers, as Team USA braces for stiff global competition led by players from France, Serbia, Germany, and Canada.

The broader context notes Team USA’s history of Olympic gold dominance and ongoing efforts to maintain that supremacy amid rising international competition.

This coaching expansion could also influence Gonzaga’s program trajectory, given Few’s ongoing role and looming Hall of Fame recognition later in the year.

Few, a longtime Gonzaga head coach and Naismith Hall of Fame inductee, brings extensive national-team experience and a track record of building elite programs.

Daigneault, leading the Thunder to recent championship success and top regular-season finishes, contributes a development-focused approach and high-level coaching pedigree.

Spoelstra will continue as the U.S. national team head coach while overseeing this expanded staff as they prepare for the 2028 roster and competition schedule.

Team USA has expanded its coaching staff with three new assistant coaches—Mark Few, JB Bickerstaff, and Mark Daigneault—joining Spoelstra as head coach through the Paris 2028 cycle.

ESPN insider Shams Charania reported the hires, citing sources familiar with Team USA plans.

The move reinforces USA Basketball’s emphasis on player development and program-building as the team pursues gold in the 2027 FIBA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics.