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Originally Published 6 months ago — by New York Post
Caitlin Clark was controversially snubbed from the US Olympic women's basketball team last summer, partly due to a 'farewell present' roster spot given to Diana Taurasi, which sparked debate over selection criteria and team dynamics.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by USA Basketball
USA Basketball announced its 2025 Men’s U19 National Team, selected after a week of training, to compete in the FIBA U19 Men’s World Cup in Switzerland. The team, led by coach Tommy Lloyd, includes 12 players with extensive junior national team experience and a total of 19 gold medals. They will face Australia, France, and Cameroon in Group D, with the U.S. aiming to defend its gold medal title.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by ESPN
Potential 2026 WNBA draft prospects Flau'jae Johnson and Olivia Miles headline the US women's basketball team for the FIBA Women's AmeriCup in Chile, featuring top college players making their USA Basketball debut and returning medalists, with the tournament running from June 28 to July 6.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by USA Basketball
USA Basketball announced its roster for the 2025 Women’s AmeriCup, set to take place in Santiago, Chile, with the team featuring a mix of experienced gold medalists and newcomers, led by head coach Kara Lawson. The tournament offers a pathway to the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup, with the US aiming to add to its four AmeriCup titles since 1993.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by USA Basketball
USA Basketball announced updates to the 2025 U19 National Team training camp roster, with 15 finalists competing for 12 spots to participate in the FIBA U19 Men’s World Cup in Lausanne, Switzerland. The team, led by head coach Tommy Lloyd, will face Australia, France, and Cameroon in Group D, with the tournament scheduled for June 28-July 6, 2025.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
Caitlin Clark, named Time's 2024 Athlete of the Year, expressed her disappointment at being left off Team USA's roster for the Paris Olympics, despite her strong college and improving WNBA performance. The selection committee favored experienced veterans, and Clark acknowledged the fairness of their decision, rejecting the notion that her celebrity should have secured her a spot. Her rookie season benefited from the rest during the Olympics, leading to improved performance and a playoff berth for the Indiana Fever. Clark aims to make the 2028 Olympic team.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Sports
Team USA, coached by Steve Kerr, will face Serbia in an exhibition game on Wednesday, July 17, at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi as part of their pre-Olympics showcase. The game will air on FS1 and can be streamed on various platforms like Fubo and Hulu with Live TV. This marks LeBron James and Kevin Durant's fourth Olympic appearance, while Steph Curry will make his debut.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA Basketball
The USA Basketball Men's National Team is set to face Serbia in an exhibition game in Abu Dhabi.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
The USA Basketball Men’s National Team narrowly defeated Australia 98-92 in an Olympic warmup game, despite leading by 24 points in the third quarter. Tyrese Haliburton's back-to-back three-pointers secured the win after Australia closed the gap to six points. Team USA's 18 turnovers and lack of chemistry were highlighted as concerns, with coach Steve Kerr emphasizing the need for quick adaptation. Anthony Davis led the team with 17 points and 14 rebounds, while Jock Landale scored a game-high 20 points for Australia.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by MassLive.com
Jaylen Brown expressed his frustration over being left off the USA Basketball men's roster despite a stellar season, but clarified that his disappointment did not affect his relationship with teammate Derrick White, who replaced Kawhi Leonard on the team. Brown also hinted that his connection with Nike might have influenced the decision, but he remains motivated and focused on future goals.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sports Illustrated
The USA men's basketball team narrowly defeated Australia 98-92 in an exhibition game, with key performances from Anthony Davis and Anthony Edwards. Despite leading by 15 points entering the fourth quarter, Team USA's sloppy play, including 18 turnovers, allowed Australia to close the gap. Players like Steph Curry and Bam Adebayo acknowledged the need for improvement ahead of their next exhibition game against Serbia.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian
Team USA overcame a strong challenge from Australia to secure a 98-92 win in a pre-Olympics basketball warmup in Abu Dhabi. Despite struggling with turnovers and a stagnant second half, key performances from Tyrese Haliburton and Anthony Davis helped the US maintain their lead. Coach Steve Kerr highlighted the importance of depth and learning from mistakes as the team prepares for further exhibition games and the Olympics.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC Sports
The USA basketball team, showcasing its star power and depth, narrowly defeated Australia 98-92 in a Paris Olympics tune-up game in Abu Dhabi. Coach Steve Kerr utilized a lineup of NBA All-Stars to close out the game, highlighting the team's depth and defensive prowess. Despite some sloppy play and turnovers, the USA's bench played a crucial role in securing the win. Anthony Davis led the team with 17 points and 14 rebounds, while Devin Booker and Anthony Edwards also made significant contributions. The USA is now 2-0 in its exhibition series, with a game against Serbia up next.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by MassLive.com
The USA Men's Basketball team secured a 98-92 exhibition win over Australia, with Jayson Tatum entering the starting lineup and contributing seven points, four rebounds, and five assists. Anthony Davis led the team with 17 points and 14 rebounds off the bench. Despite a strong comeback from Australia, Tyrese Haliburton's late-game 3-pointers sealed the victory. Kevin Durant remained sidelined with a calf injury, and Derrick White did not play.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Oklahoman.com
Team USA faces Australia in a pre-Olympic exhibition game in Abu Dhabi, with notable players like Kevin Durant (out due to calf soreness) and Josh Giddey. Team USA, coming off a win against Canada, has made changes to its starting lineup, including adding Anthony Edwards and Jayson Tatum. The game airs on FS1 and streams on Fubo.