Joao Neves Gluck

An especially offensive-minded small forward. He has a good three-point shot with an average percentage that can improve. He attacks the basket very well and draws fouls.
He is a player who can transition to shooting guard without problems if he improves his defensive skills against shooting guards.
Very good physique, long arms, efficient from the free-throw line. He gets a bit upset when he does not receive the ball or when the coach substitutes him.
At present, he is a talented small forward.
December 2025 by Cristian Ruiz
He has shown in this tournament much more than his three-point shot, which he has used in difficult moments to push his team forward during the toughest stretches.

In transition and in open play, he has been very effective driving to the basket, using a solid euro step to both sides and consistently finishing with the hand farthest from the defender, displaying excellent touch.

Defensively, he has improved throughout the tournament, using his wingspan and movement to better cover help spaces, slow down the ball, and secure more rebounds.

When he draws fouls while the opposing team is in the bonus, he capitalizes from the free-throw line. When he plays with energy, his overall performance rises significantly.

Mannheim, April 2026
by Cristian Ruiz
As is often the case with him, everything improves when he starts scoring. Offensive success fuels his confidence and makes him more engaged and effective on the defensive end. He has tremendous self-belief in his outside shot, and when he finds his rhythm, he becomes a lethal perimeter threat.

At times, he forces plays in key moments, leading to mistakes. Improving his shot selection remains an important area for growth. He has not always been comfortable against aggressive on-ball pressure, although he showed significant progress throughout the tournament by attacking defenders off the dribble and creating opportunities to score or assist.

He carries himself like a professional and demonstrates a high basketball IQ. Defensively, he still needs to improve his stance and positioning, but he contributes well on the boards and is willing to contest and alter shots.
By Cristian Ruiz , Americup u 18 Mexico 2026