Stephen Curry has been chosen to represent the USA in his first Olympic appearance, securing a spot on the 12-man roster for the upcoming 2024 Olympics in Paris. LeBron James, the NBA’s leading scorer of all time, will return to Olympic competition for the first time since the London 2012 Games. Kevin Durant is aiming to achieve a historic milestone by becoming the first male athlete to win four gold medals in basketball.
Additionally, Joel Embiid, the current NBA Most Valuable Player, has also been included in the roster. The USA team is determined to bounce back from their disappointing fourth-place finish at last year’s Basketball World Cup. With an impressive track record of 16 Olympic gold medals in the sport, they have emerged victorious in every Games since 2004.
The team will be led by head coach Steve Kerr from the Golden State Warriors, supported by assistant coaches Mark Few from Gonzaga University, Tyronn Lue from the LA Clippers, and Erik Spoelstra from the Miami Heat.
Here’s the lineup for the USA Olympic basketball team:
- Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat,
- Devin Booker representing the Phoenix Suns,
- Stephen Curry from the Golden State Warriors,
- Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers,
- Kevin Durant from the Brooklyn Nets,
- Anthony Edwards from the Minnesota Timberwolves,
- Joel Embiid representing the Philadelphia 76ers,
- Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers,
- Jrue Holiday from the Milwaukee Bucks,
- LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers,
- Kawhi Leonard representing the LA Clippers,
- Jayson Tatum from the Boston Celtics.
In the anticipated 2024 Olympics, the USA basketball team will be fortified by the inclusion of seasoned NBA stars Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James. With their unparalleled skill, experience, and leadership, they are poised to be formidable assets for Team USA as they strive for excellence on the global stage.
These three iconic players bring not only their individual brilliance but also a wealth of collective success, setting the stage for an electrifying and memorable Olympic campaign. As the world eagerly awaits the games, all eyes will undoubtedly be on Curry, Durant, and James as they lead the charge for Olympic glory, embodying the spirit of athleticism, competition, and national pride.
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