USA Basketball announces its men's team for the Paris Olympics
11 months, 1 week ago

USA Basketball announces its men's team for the Paris Olympics

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. USA Basketball announced its men's Olympic team for Paris on Wednesday — James, Curry, Durant, Bam Adebayo, Devin Booker, Joel Embiid, Jayson Tatum, Anthony Davis, Jrue Holiday, Tyrese Haliburton, Anthony Edwards and Kawhi Leonard the 12 names on the current roster. “Your hope is that they haven’t played together before," Canada's Kelly Olynyk said when told this weekend of the U.S. roster, “other than the 12 last All-Star games.” Hill has led the task of assembling the roster for the past several months, and the plan all along was to put together the team well in advance of training camp starting at Las Vegas in early July. Durant has said since last year that he plans to play, which means he will pursue becoming the first men’s player in Olympic history with four basketball gold medals. "It made for some really difficult decisions for us, for sure.” Durant and Curry said in October that they wanted to play this summer, Adebayo said then that he had already committed to the team, and it’s been assumed for some time that if players like James want to play, then all they have to do is say so.

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Netflix releasing Paris Olympics basketball docuseries, ‘Court of Gold,’ in February
2 months ago

Netflix releasing Paris Olympics basketball docuseries, ‘Court of Gold,’ in February

New York Times  

Basketball fans can relive the men’s basketball tournament at the Paris Olympics in a six-part docuseries called “Court of Gold” when it comes to Netflix in February. Netflix announced the series Thursday with a trailer, showing interviews from Kevin Durant, Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Team USA coach Steve Kerr, President Barack Obama and more. “Court of Gold,” which will be …

The U.S. men’s basketball team’s road to gold, the U.S. women’s soccer team’s return to glory, and whether the 2024 Games restored the Olympics’ luster.
7 months, 2 weeks ago

The U.S. men’s basketball team’s road to gold, the U.S. women’s soccer team’s return to glory, and whether the 2024 Games restored the Olympics’ luster.

Slate  

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss the Dream Team’s close calls en route to another gold medal, and the U.S. women’s narrow victory, too. They break down the quick overhaul of the U.S. women’s soccer team, which won gold for the first time since 2012. Read Joel Anderson’s work in Slate and listen to his Slow Burn podcasts, “Biggie and …

Paris Olympics 2024 basketball review: USA causes French heartbreak in double-bill finale
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024 basketball review: USA causes French heartbreak in double-bill finale

The Hindu  

Defending champion United States took gold at a memorable Olympics in both the men’s and women’s basketball competition as top NBA talent thrilled fans at the Games in Paris to create a healthy rivalry with France. The U.S. men’s team showed its superiority with a victory over Brazil in the last eight only to have a tough time getting past …

USA medal tally at the Paris Olympics: Gold wins with few bumps in the road
7 months, 2 weeks ago

USA medal tally at the Paris Olympics: Gold wins with few bumps in the road

Hindustan Times  

With the Paris Olympics coming to an end, the next thing to look forward to is which country took more of the medals home. This year, Team USA brought in 40 gold medals at a tie with China followed by 44 silver medals which were more than any other participating country and won 42 bronze medals. The women’s US soccer …

LeBron James snaps at boy trying to take his photo in Paris as Team USA star celebrates his third gold medal after Olympics final win over France
7 months, 2 weeks ago

LeBron James snaps at boy trying to take his photo in Paris as Team USA star celebrates his third gold medal after Olympics final win over France

Daily Mail  

One young fan in Paris got a bit too close for LeBron James' comfort as the Team USA star celebrated his third Olympic gold along the Seine. The incident didn't hamper James' night, though, as the Los Angeles Lakers star quickly made his way for the restaurant's entrance as fans offered congratulations along the way. One young fan in Paris …

France's beat-the-buzzer shot ruled as two points as US wins 8th straight Olympics gold
7 months, 2 weeks ago

France's beat-the-buzzer shot ruled as two points as US wins 8th straight Olympics gold

China Daily  

Paris 2024 Olympics - Basketball - Women's Gold Medal Game - France vs United States - Bercy Arena, Paris, France - August 11, 2024. REUTERS/Dylan Martinez PARIS - Gabby Williams' beat-the-buzzer long shot was counted as two points and France failed to pull down one of the biggest victories in the Olympic basketball history, losing 67-66 to the United States …

France's beat-the-buzzer shot ruled as two points as US wins 8th straight Olympics gold
7 months, 2 weeks ago

France's beat-the-buzzer shot ruled as two points as US wins 8th straight Olympics gold

China Daily  

Paris 2024 Olympics - Basketball - Women's Gold Medal Game - France vs United States - Bercy Arena, Paris, France - August 11, 2024. REUTERS/Dylan Martinez PARIS - Gabby Williams' beat-the-buzzer long shot was counted as two points and France failed to pull down one of the biggest victories in the Olympic basketball history, losing 67-66 to the United States …

USA fends off France for women’s Olympic basketball gold
7 months, 2 weeks ago

USA fends off France for women’s Olympic basketball gold

Raw Story  

The United States held off France 67-66 to win an unprecedented eighth successive women’s Olympic basketball gold on Sunday and extend their run of victories at the tournament to 61 games. The US women got support from LeBron James, who sat courtside wearing his gold medal and was joined by team-mates Bam Adebayo and Derrick White, after they won the …

United States Tops Medal Table at Paris Olympics 2024
7 months, 2 weeks ago

United States Tops Medal Table at Paris Olympics 2024

Deccan Chronicle  

The United States has topped the medal tally at the Paris Olympics 2024 as the 17-day event draws closer to an end on August 11. India finished 71st in the final medal tally with total of six medals - 1 Silver and 5 Bronze medals. In 2020 Tokyo Olympics, India clinced 7 medals with 1 Gold, 2 Silver and 4 …

USA edge past China to claim top spot in Paris Olympics medal tally; India finish 71st at the Games
7 months, 2 weeks ago

USA edge past China to claim top spot in Paris Olympics medal tally; India finish 71st at the Games

Hindustan Times  

After two weeks of thrilling competition that saw over 10,000 athletes from around the globe vying for glory across 32 sports, the United States emerged as the top nation on the medal table at the Paris Olympics. USA's men's basketball team poses with the gold medal at Paris Olympics Heading into the final day of the Games, the US trailed …

Paris Olympics Memorable Moments: Simone Biles was the star but the spotlight reached many faces
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics Memorable Moments: Simone Biles was the star but the spotlight reached many faces

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The United States won the …

Paris Olympics Memorable Moments: Simone Biles was the star but the spotlight reached many faces
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics Memorable Moments: Simone Biles was the star but the spotlight reached many faces

Associated Press  

PARIS — Simone Biles stole the show at the Paris Olympics with a captivating comeback that had everyone watching everything she did both in and out of the gymnasium. The United States won the medal count — 126 in total and the women’s basketball team closed the Games by winning gold to tie China with an Olympic-best 40. The women’s …

After another gold medal, the US men’s basketball program will now catch its breath
7 months, 2 weeks ago

After another gold medal, the US men’s basketball program will now catch its breath

Associated Press  

PARIS — The first practice for the U.S. men’s Olympic basketball team after arriving in Paris was one of those workouts that those who were there, watching behind closed doors, will talk about for a long time. Adebayo has said he wants to play and Davis — admittedly, with a new gold medal around his neck possibly swaying his mood …

United States Beat France 98-87 To Win Men's Basketball Gold At Paris Olympics 2024
7 months, 2 weeks ago

United States Beat France 98-87 To Win Men's Basketball Gold At Paris Olympics 2024

News 18  

The United States won their fifth straight Olympic men’s basketball crown on Saturday, holding off a battling France 98-87 to take their tally of Olympic golds to 17. In a rematch of the Tokyo Olympics final three years ago, LeBron James and the US team stacked with NBA stars once again proved too much for France, despite the efforts of …

U.S. women’s basketball edges upset-minded France for 8th straight Olympic gold
7 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S. women’s basketball edges upset-minded France for 8th straight Olympic gold

LA Times  

U.S. women’s basketball players celebrate their 67-66 victory over France for the gold medal at the Paris Olympic Games on Sunday. The United States survived a scare from France to win an unprecedented eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal Sunday with a 67-66 victory at Bercy Arena. Despite basketball’s steady globalization, the United States asserted its continued dominance as the U.S. …

USA beat France in thrilling women’s basketball gold medal game at Olympics
7 months, 2 weeks ago

USA beat France in thrilling women’s basketball gold medal game at Olympics

Al Jazeera  

France pushed defending champions USA until the last second, but lost the final at a packed Bercy Arena in Paris. France pushed the USA until the dying seconds of a thrilling women’s basketball gold medal match, but lost by a single point in a 67-66 scoreline at a packed Bercy Arena in Paris. The United States’ 10th gold medal in …

U.S. women's basketball team wins eighth straight Olympic gold medal : NPR
7 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S. women's basketball team wins eighth straight Olympic gold medal : NPR

NPR  

U.S. women's basketball team defeats France to win eighth straight Olympic gold medal toggle caption Gregory Shamus/Getty Images NPR is in Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics. Led by A'Ja Wilson, who scored 21 points, the U.S. women’s team beat France on Sunday, 67-66, becoming the first basketball team in Olympic history to win eight consecutive gold medals. Sponsor Message …

Paris Olympics Day 15: US wins gold in men’s basketball and women’s soccer, adds 3 golds in track
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics Day 15: US wins gold in men’s basketball and women’s soccer, adds 3 golds in track

Associated Press  

PARIS — The U.S. collected gold in men’s basketball and women’s soccer and earned three more golds in a huge night at the track Saturday at the Paris Olympics. They appreciate this atmosphere and they were fantastic.” Kevin Durant, who became the first four-time men’s gold medalist in Olympic basketball history, added 15 points and LeBron James had 14. Earlier …

Team USA men's basketball WINS the Olympic gold medal as LeBron James and Stephen Curry overwhelm France and rising star Victor Wembanyama
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Team USA men's basketball WINS the Olympic gold medal as LeBron James and Stephen Curry overwhelm France and rising star Victor Wembanyama

Daily Mail  

France had the homecourt advantage and rising star Victor Wembanyama ; but the USA had Stephen Curry, and that was all that mattered in the dying stages of Saturday's gold medal match as Team USA won its fifth straight Olympic gold medal in men's basketball. The USA held off France 98-87 behind 24 points from Curry, as a star-studded group …

Doug Emhoff, Jimmy Fallon, Sha'Carri Richardson, Melo and Megan Rapinoe take in USA basketball's gold medal game vs. France
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Doug Emhoff, Jimmy Fallon, Sha'Carri Richardson, Melo and Megan Rapinoe take in USA basketball's gold medal game vs. France

Daily Mail  

Jimmy Fallon, Sha'Carri Richardson, Megan Rapinoe, and Second Gentleman Doug Emoff were on hand as Team USA won its fifth straight Olympic gold medal in men's basketball with Saturday's victory of host France in Paris. Fallon and Richardson sat courtside together at the Bercy Arena alongside former NBA star Carmelo Anthony, who represented his country with a USA hat. Rapinoe …

Steph Curry lifts USA basketball past France to fifth straight Olympic gold: How America’s Avengers delivered
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Steph Curry lifts USA basketball past France to fifth straight Olympic gold: How America’s Avengers delivered

New York Times  

PARIS — America’s recurring dream continues. “We got our moment,” said LeBron James, 39, the second-oldest player at the Olympics, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, and now, MVP of the 2024 Olympic tournament. Among the most star-studded rosters the United States has ever sent to the Olympics, with 11 NBA All-Stars that drew constant comparisons to the “Dream Team” of …

Team USA’s gold medal game seals NBA stars’ legacies: ‘Everything I imagined, and more’
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Team USA’s gold medal game seals NBA stars’ legacies: ‘Everything I imagined, and more’

New York Times  

PARIS — The Canadians might think this was their fault, but it was not. “Last summer, ‘Bron started texting everybody, giving his input on who we all think should be on the team, and if everybody was playing,” said Durant, the former Warriors star who became the first player in the program’s celebrated history to win four Olympic gold medals. …

Big basketball weekend for France at Paris Olympics as the men’s and women’s teams play for gold
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Big basketball weekend for France at Paris Olympics as the men’s and women’s teams play for gold

Associated Press  

PARIS — France is set for a big basketball weekend to cap the Paris Olympics, with both the men’s and women’s teams playing for gold medals. The French team didn’t get a chance to take on the U.S. in Tokyo, losing in the semifinals to host Japan — though France did take home the bronze. They’re being loud and making …

U.S. Women's Basketball Team Advances To Gold Medal Game At Paris Olympics
7 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S. Women's Basketball Team Advances To Gold Medal Game At Paris Olympics

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING PARIS — Breanna Stewart scored 16 points and the U.S. women advanced to their eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal game with a 85-64 victory over Australia on Friday. The U.S. are trying to become the first team to win eight consecutive gold medals, breaking the tie with the American men’s program that won seven in a row …

Kerr says Tatum’s minutes at Paris Olympics come down to a mathematical logjam
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Kerr says Tatum’s minutes at Paris Olympics come down to a mathematical logjam

Associated Press  

PARIS — Jayson Tatum has not played in two of the five U.S. games at the Paris Olympics, held out of both matchups against Serbia. “Like I’ve said many times during this tournament and this last six weeks, it’s just hard to play 11 people, even in an NBA game.” Being down for most of the game — the U.S. …

The US will play France for the basketball crown at the Paris Games in a gold-medal rematch
7 months, 2 weeks ago

The US will play France for the basketball crown at the Paris Games in a gold-medal rematch

Associated Press  

PARIS — It’s a game the French wanted. “Incredible,” U.S. forward Kevin Durant said of the storyline, one so good that only the boldest of script makers would dare to come up with such a final act. “It’s going to be a fun one.” Added U.S. guard Stephen Curry: “I know it’s going to be a battle. “For us, all …

Olympic men’s basketball final is Joel Embiid vs. the fans — and he’s ready for it
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Olympic men’s basketball final is Joel Embiid vs. the fans — and he’s ready for it

New York Times  

PARIS — There are serious implications riding on the outcome of the gold medal game in men’s basketball Saturday, from France seeking a first-ever gold medal, in a home game no less, to the United States extending a storied run of championships, to legacies being further defined. “It’s all about Team USA against France, but I know myself, I’m going …

US men’s basketball team rallies to beat Serbia at Paris Olympics, will face France for gold medal
7 months, 2 weeks ago

US men’s basketball team rallies to beat Serbia at Paris Olympics, will face France for gold medal

Associated Press  

PARIS — Down by 11 in the fourth quarter, against what looked like overwhelming odds, the U.S. Olympic men’s basketball team got a spark. “I’m really humbled to have been a part of this game,” U.S. coach Steve Kerr said, tipping his hat multiple times to Serbia. Curry’s 36 points were the second-most in a game by a U.S. men’s …

U.S. men escape Serbia as Steph Curry, LeBron James take over in Olympic semifinal: ‘That was special’
7 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S. men escape Serbia as Steph Curry, LeBron James take over in Olympic semifinal: ‘That was special’

New York Times  

PARIS — They needed the Avengers. The U.S. men, whose NBA titles, MVP awards and Olympic golds precede them, didn’t wear masks or capes, but they stormed Bercy Arena in the fourth quarter Thursday to lift Team USA over Serbia 95-91. Some of the greatest players of all time, and certainly the faces of a golden era in the NBA …

Paris Olympic 2024: US rolls into semifinals of basketball tournament, eases past Brazil 122-87
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympic 2024: US rolls into semifinals of basketball tournament, eases past Brazil 122-87

The Hindu  

All the favored teams in the first three men’s basketball quarterfinals at the Paris Olympics had problems. We’ve got one game and a lot of can happen in one game, especially over here.” If there was one issue, it was this: LeBron James left in the third quarter after catching an elbow around his left eye, struck by Brazil’s Georginho …

What to watch at Olympics today: U.S. women’s hoops enters knockout round and a busy track schedule
7 months, 3 weeks ago

What to watch at Olympics today: U.S. women’s hoops enters knockout round and a busy track schedule

New York Times  

Follow live coverage of Day 12 of the 2024 Paris Olympics, with 21 gold medals on offer Only five days remain in the 2024 Olympics, but there’s still plenty of gold to hand out. Events to watch Track and field medal events Quincy Hall hopes to become the first American to win gold in the men’s 400 meters since LaShawn …

US rolls into semifinals of Paris Olympic basketball tournament, eases past Brazil 122-87
7 months, 3 weeks ago

US rolls into semifinals of Paris Olympic basketball tournament, eases past Brazil 122-87

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. We've got one game and a lot of can …

US rolls into semifinals of Paris Olympic basketball tournament, eases past Brazil 122-87
7 months, 3 weeks ago

US rolls into semifinals of Paris Olympic basketball tournament, eases past Brazil 122-87

Associated Press  

PARIS — All the favored teams in the first three men’s basketball quarterfinals at the Paris Olympics had problems. United States’ LeBron James, left, tries to pass while under pressure from Brazil’s Leo Meindl during a men’s basketball game at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024, in Paris, France. Brazil’s Bruno Caboclo, left, shoots as United States’ Joel …

What to watch at the Olympics today: Elimination games for U.S. women’s soccer and men’s basketball
7 months, 3 weeks ago

What to watch at the Olympics today: Elimination games for U.S. women’s soccer and men’s basketball

New York Times  

There are six days of Olympic competition left and only four women’s soccer teams remain vying for gold. GO DEEPER USWNT 1 Japan 0: Trinity Rodman's extra-time goal lifts tired U.S. to Olympic semifinals Kevin Durant is four points from a new American record Time: 3:30 p.m. ET, 9:30 p.m. in Paris TV: USA Network and Peacock What to watch: …

The Paris Olympic men’s basketball quarterfinals are star-studded, all with a Game 7 feel
7 months, 3 weeks ago

The Paris Olympic men’s basketball quarterfinals are star-studded, all with a Game 7 feel

Associated Press  

PARIS — There are NBA champions, All-Star selections and award winners all over the men’s basketball quarterfinals at the Paris Olympics. The quarterfinal games: the four-time defending gold medalist U.S. vs. Brazil; Canada vs. France in a showdown of pre-tournament medal favorites; reigning World Cup champion Germany vs. Greece; and Serbia vs. Australia. And the goal is within sight now.” …

Paris Olympics Day 9: American men finally winning gold medals after women opened 9-0 lead
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympics Day 9: American men finally winning gold medals after women opened 9-0 lead

Associated Press  

PARIS — The American men are finally matching the women at the Paris Olympics, where the female athletes went into the halfway mark with a 9-0 lead in individual gold medals for the United States. Bobby Finke set a world record in the 1,500-meter freestyle on the final night of swimming, Scottie Scheffler delivered the best performance of his greatest …

US Olympic basketball team seeks No. 1 seed going into Paris Games quarterfinals
7 months, 3 weeks ago

US Olympic basketball team seeks No. 1 seed going into Paris Games quarterfinals

Associated Press  

VILLENEUVE-D’ASCQ, France — The U.S. Olympic men’s basketball team had a 23-point lead over Serbia with seven seconds remaining in its opening contest at the Paris Games earlier this week. “In FIBA, point differential is a big thing,” U.S. guard Derrick White said Friday before the team practiced in Paris. It gives you the best matchup in the quarterfinals.” No …

Paris Olympics 2024: US men fall to Serbia 22-14 in 3x3 men’s basketball in disappointing debut; Latvia, Netherland win
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: US men fall to Serbia 22-14 in 3x3 men’s basketball in disappointing debut; Latvia, Netherland win

The Hindu  

The U.S. men’s debut in Olympic 3x3 basketball at the Paris Games was one to forget. Marko Brankovic had eight points and Strahinja Stojacic added seven, including a 2-pointer that ended it with 2:34 remaining, to lead Serbia, the bronze medal finisher in Tokyo. Lucas Dussoulier scored nine points, including the game-winning 2-pointer, to lead France over Poland. Nauris Miezis …

Where are the gold medals? Team USA sinks unexpectedly at the Paris Olympics 2024
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Where are the gold medals? Team USA sinks unexpectedly at the Paris Olympics 2024

Hindustan Times  

While Team USA might be leading the total medal count at the Paris 2024 Olympics, the most decorated country in the tournament has not racked up enough gold medals as expected. Hopes are pinned on LeBron James and the USA men's basketball team to get their gold tally up at the Paris Olympics 2024. Day 3 may not have brought …

U.S. men's gymnastics team breaks 16-year Olympic drought with a team bronze
7 months, 4 weeks ago

U.S. men's gymnastics team breaks 16-year Olympic drought with a team bronze

NPR  

U.S. men's gymnastics team breaks 16-year Olympic drought with a team bronze toggle caption Paul Ellis/AFP via Getty Images NPR is in Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics. PARIS — The moment that Stephen Nedoroscik's feet touched the floor — one last perfect dismount in the final routine of a flawless night — the U.S. men's gymnastics team erupted in …

US men’s basketball team rolls past Serbia 110-84 in opening game at the Paris Olympics
7 months, 3 weeks ago

US men’s basketball team rolls past Serbia 110-84 in opening game at the Paris Olympics

Associated Press  

VILLENEUVE-D’ASCQ, France — LeBron James was feeling some nervousness, some butterflies, maybe even a bit of angst as he listened to the national anthem play before his first Olympic game in 12 years. “That’s the best game we’ve played so far,” James said after the Americans improved to 6-0 this summer, 1-0 in the tournament that matters. Jayson’s the ultimate …

USA men's basketball team suffers a huge blow as two key stars are struck down with illness one day before Olympic opener against Serbia
8 months ago

USA men's basketball team suffers a huge blow as two key stars are struck down with illness one day before Olympic opener against Serbia

Daily Mail  

Team USA's Olympic campaign in men's basketball is off to a tough start with two stars battling sickness ahead of their opening game in Paris. The two-time NBA champion took part in his third consecutive practice after missing all five of Team USA's exhibitions. Two of USA men's basketball's stars have been battling sickness before their opening game Centers Joel …

Arson attacks disrupt trains in France on day of Olympic opening ceremony
8 months ago

Arson attacks disrupt trains in France on day of Olympic opening ceremony

New York Times  

LILLE, France — An apparent arson attack on France’s high-speed rail network early Friday morning disrupted travel for 250,000 people the morning of the Olympic opening ceremony and directly hurt the route designated to transport USA Basketball’s men’s and women’s teams between Paris and Lille, the site of the early games of their tournaments. SNCF said there would be delays …

US Olympic basketball team is eager to find balance between being players and being fans
8 months ago

US Olympic basketball team is eager to find balance between being players and being fans

Associated Press  

PARIS — The U.S. men’s basketball team is headed to the athletes village on Friday to mingle with fellow Olympians before the opening ceremony. “There’s those times throughout the day when you get your work in, you get your treatment, make sure you’re prepared,” Curry said. It’s only six games, hopefully, to win a gold.” Thursday’s practice — the first …

Paris Olympics 2024 Men’s basketball: Team USA, format, matches, venues
8 months ago

Paris Olympics 2024 Men’s basketball: Team USA, format, matches, venues

Al Jazeera  

Which basketball teams are playing at the Olympics, when are the games and who are the favourites? As the 2024 Olympics kicks off in Paris, here is all you need to know about the men’s basketball competition: 🏀 Which men’s basketball teams have qualified for the Olympics? A total of 12 countries have qualified for men’s basketball at Paris 2024: …

The US men’s basketball team arrives in France, with its Paris Olympics opener on Sunday
8 months ago

The US men’s basketball team arrives in France, with its Paris Olympics opener on Sunday

Associated Press  

VILLENEUVE-D’ASCQ, France — And now, the real work begins for the U.S. Olympic men’s basketball team. This is not going to be like us going out and saying, ‘Hey, let’s just throw him out there.’ This will be a big collaboration.” The next step for Durant will be a scrimmage on Thursday, Kerr said, insisting that the Americans have no …

LeBron, Wembanyama, Curry: Who to watch at Paris Olympics 2024 basketball
8 months ago

LeBron, Wembanyama, Curry: Who to watch at Paris Olympics 2024 basketball

Al Jazeera  

From emerging stars to legends of the game, Al Jazeera picks out 10 ‘must-watch’ basketballers at the Paris Olympics. 🏀 Anthony Edwards Nicknamed “Ant-Man” or simply “Ant,” the Minnesota Timberwolves guard took a gigantic leap in his international evolution after putting in a sterling performance for Team USA during the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Antetokounmpo – also known as the …

Men’s basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics: NBA player list, how to watch and Team USA’s top threats
8 months ago

Men’s basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics: NBA player list, how to watch and Team USA’s top threats

New York Times  

Follow our Olympics coverage in the lead-up to the Paris Games. Semifinals Aug. 8 11:30 a.m., 3 p.m. Bronze-medal game Aug. 10 5 a.m. Gold-medal game Aug. 10 3:30 p.m. How to watch Team USA’s group-stage games against Serbia and Puerto Rico will air on NBC, while its game against South Sudan will air on USA. A year ago, as …

Why is Jaylen Brown not on the US Olympic basketball team?
8 months ago

Why is Jaylen Brown not on the US Olympic basketball team?

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Brown is …

The wake-up call for the US men’s basketball team arrives with the Paris Olympics a few days away
8 months ago

The wake-up call for the US men’s basketball team arrives with the Paris Olympics a few days away

Associated Press  

South Sudan is the 33rd-ranked team in the FIBA world rankings, by far the lowest of any of the 12 nations that will be vying for men’s basketball gold in the Paris Olympics that start this week. A 101-100 win over South Sudan on Saturday in London came on a day when plenty went wrong for the Americans — traffic …

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