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Introduction

• The 2024 USA Men's Basketball Olympic team is headlined by NBA superstars such as LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant.

• The roster includes 12 players: LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Joel Embiid, Jayson Tatum, Kawhi Leonard (replaced by Derrick White), Devin Booker, Jrue Holiday, Anthony Davis, Anthony Edwards, Bam Adebayo, and Tyrese Haliburton.

• The team is coached by Steve Kerr, with assistants Erik Spoelstra, Tyronn Lue, and Mark Few.

• Team USA aims to win its fifth consecutive gold medal in the Olympics.

• The team will compete in Group C alongside Serbia, Puerto Rico, and South Sudan.

Roster Details [1]

• LeBron James: Forward, Los Angeles Lakers

• Stephen Curry: Guard, Golden State Warriors

• Kevin Durant: Forward, Phoenix Suns

• Joel Embiid: Center, Philadelphia 76ers

• Jayson Tatum: Forward, Boston Celtics

• Kawhi Leonard: Forward, Los Angeles Clippers (replaced by Derrick White)

• Devin Booker: Guard, Phoenix Suns

• Jrue Holiday: Guard, Boston Celtics

• Anthony Davis: Forward/Center, Los Angeles Lakers

• Anthony Edwards: Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves

• Bam Adebayo: Center, Miami Heat

• Tyrese Haliburton: Guard, Indiana Pacers

Coaching Staff [1]

• Head Coach: Steve Kerr, Golden State Warriors

• Assistant Coach: Erik Spoelstra, Miami Heat

• Assistant Coach: Tyronn Lue, Los Angeles Clippers

• Assistant Coach: Mark Few, Gonzaga University

Team USA Schedule [2]

• July 28: USA vs. Serbia, USA 110, Serbia 84

• July 31: USA vs. South Sudan, 3 p.m. EST

• August 3: USA vs. Puerto Rico, 11:15 a.m. EST

• August 6: Quarterfinals, TBD

• August 8: Semifinals, TBD

• August 10: Gold/Bronze Medal games, TBD

Exhibition Results [2]

• July 10: USA 86, Canada 72, Las Vegas

• July 15: USA 98, Australia 92, Abu Dhabi

• July 17: USA 105, Serbia 79, Abu Dhabi

• July 20: USA 101, South Sudan 100, London

• July 22: USA 92, Germany 88, London

Team Outlook [2]

• Team USA has won 16 gold medals in its 19 Olympic appearances.

• The 2024 roster is considered one of the best since the 2008 Redeem Team.

• Stephen Curry is making his Olympic debut.

• LeBron James is likely making his final Olympic appearance.

• Joel Embiid chose to play for Team USA over France or Cameroon.

• The team features a mix of veteran stars and young talent.

• Key international competitors include Canada, France, and Serbia.

• Team USA is favored but must not underestimate any opponent.

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