The highly anticipated matchup between Team USA and Serbia at the Olympics didn’t quite meet expectations initially, but Team USA eventually dominated with a 110-84 victory. This strong start bodes well for the team in the group stage, especially after a close call against South Sudan before the games.
Kevin Durant played a pivotal role in Team USA’s comeback with 23 points, making a perfect 5 for 5 from beyond the arc. LeBron James also had a standout performance with 21 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds. Despite Nikola Jokić’s efforts for Serbia with 20 points, the team couldn’t overcome Team USA’s lead in the second half.
Looking ahead, Team USA will face South Sudan and Puerto Rico in the group stage in Paris as they aim for an eighth gold medal in nine attempts since NBA players were first included in the Olympics in 1992. The game was a testament to the late NBA Commissioner David Stern’s vision of expanding basketball globally.
The live updates and highlights from the game show the excitement and energy of the match, with Team USA’s star players shining bright on the Olympic stage.