USA is a super team so it's a gold for them again. Having 1 or 2 NBA player in one team makes them strong then how about a team consist of NBA player and superstar.
As for my PH team, I fully support them wether they go to 2nd round or not. Their bracket is tough and still long way to go in beating those opponents.
What about the china who is the host country for this world cup ? Although china never won the FIBA worldcup before but it would be interesting to see their performance in this WC. They are in group A with Cote d'Ivoire, Poland and Venezuela in their pool.
China would advance to the second round as their bracket is not loaded with powerhouse teams plus the fact that they have the home court advantage. They gain good experience with the recently concluded NBA Summer League which can help in their FIBA World Cup campaign though.