The United States has secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Paris Olympics after defeating South Sudan 103-86.
Coach Steve Kerr made changes to the starting lineup, bringing in Anthony Davis and Jayson Tatum. The US team showcased its depth with six players scoring in double figures and the bench outscoring South Sudan’s bench 66-14.
Despite a strong effort from South Sudan in the second half, Team USA maintained its lead. South Sudan will now need to win its final Group Stage game against Serbia to advance in the tournament.
For a detailed recap of the game, including live updates and highlights, check out The Sporting News coverage of USA vs. South Sudan below.
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Final Score: USA 103, South Sudan 86
| Group C | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | F |
| South Sudan | 14 | 22 | 21 | 29 | 86 |
| United States | 26 | 29 | 18 | 30 | 103 |
Live Updates and Highlights from USA vs. South Sudan at 2024 Olympics
All times Eastern.
Final: USA 103, South Sudan 86
4:55 p.m.: South Sudan put up a fight in the second half, but Team USA’s talent prevailed. Bam Adebayo led the way with 18 points and the US bench played a crucial role in securing the victory.
4:51 p.m.: Anthony Edwards showcased his skills with a steal and a dunk, contributing to Team USA’s strong finish.
4:40 p.m.: Kevin Durant’s assist to Anthony Davis for a massive dunk highlighted Team USA’s dominance in the fourth quarter.
4:36 p.m.: Stephen Curry made his first field goal of the game, helping Team USA extend its lead.
4:34 p.m.: South Sudan made a comeback attempt, but Kevin Durant’s 3-pointer halted their momentum.
End of Third Quarter: USA 73, South Sudan 57
4:25 p.m.: Team USA’s depth was on full display as the bench players contributed significantly to the team’s lead.
4:21 p.m.: Derrick White’s all-around performance helped maintain Team USA’s lead going into the final quarter.
Halftime: Team USA 55, South Sudan 36
3:43 p.m.: Bam Adebayo’s impressive performance and LeBron James’ double-digit scoring led Team USA to a comfortable halftime lead.
3:36 p.m.: Anthony Davis left the game briefly due to an ankle injury but returned to the court later.
3:33 p.m.: Tyrese Haliburton made an impact in his Olympic debut with a 3-pointer.
End of First Quarter: USA 26, South Sudan 14
3:22 p.m.: Team USA ended the first quarter strong, showcasing their defensive prowess.
3:16 p.m.: The second unit of Team USA provided a spark early in the game.
3:13 p.m.: Team USA set the tone early, taking an early lead in the game.
Pregame
2:55 p.m.: South Sudan and Team USA starting lineups were announced.
2:50 p.m.: Coach Steve Kerr made changes to the starting lineup for Team USA.
2:30 p.m.: Joel Embiid interacted with the crowd before the game.
How to Watch USA vs. South Sudan at 2024 Paris Olympics
- Date: Wednesday, July 31
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- TV channel: NBC
- Livestream: Peacock, NBCOlympics.com, Fubo
Men’s Olympic Basketball Schedule 2024
Wednesday, July 31
| Round | Matchup | Time (ET) |
| Group C | Puerto Rico vs. Serbia | 11:15 a.m. |
| Group C | United States vs. South Sudan | 3 p.m. |
Friday, Aug. 2
| Round | Matchup | Time (ET) |
| Group B | Japan vs. Brazil | 5 a.m. |
| Group A | Australia vs. Greece | 7:30 a.m. |
| Group A | Canada vs. Spain | 11:15 a.m. |
| Group B | France vs. Germany | 3 p.m. |
Saturday, Aug. 3
| Round | Matchup | Time (ET) |
| Group C | Puerto Rico vs. United States | 11:15 a.m. |
| Group C | Serbia vs. South Sudan | 3 p.m. |
Tuesday, Aug. 6
| Round | Matchup | Time (ET) |
| Quarterfinal | TBD vs. TBD | 5 a.m. |
| Quarterfinal | TBD vs. TBD | 8:30 a.m. |
| Quarterfinal | TBD vs. TBD | Noon |
| Quarterfinal | TBD vs. TBD | 3:30 p.m. |
Thursday, Aug. 8
| Round | Matchup | Time (ET) |
| Semifinal | TBD vs. TBD | 11:30 a.m. |
| Semifinal | TBD vs. TBD | 3 p.m. |
Saturday, Aug. 10
| Round | Matchup | Time (ET) |
| Bronze medal game | TBD vs. TBD | 5 a.m. |
| Gold medal game | TBD vs. TBD | 3:30 p.m. |