The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics are set to showcase an exciting men’s basketball tournament, with Team USA aiming to secure their fifth consecutive gold medal. Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming competition from a U.S. perspective:
TV Schedule
Team USA’s group stage games will be broadcast live on NBC and USA Network (get it on Fubo), with all matches available for streaming on Peacock. The schedule for the U.S. men’s team is as follows:
- July 28: USA vs. Serbia (11:15 a.m. ET, NBC)
- July 31: USA vs. South Sudan (2:45 p.m. ET, USA)
- August 3: USA vs. Puerto Rico (11:15 a.m. ET, NBC)
The knockout stages, including quarterfinals, semifinals, and medal games, will take place from August 6-10, with specific times to be determined.
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Notable Basketball Players
Team USA has assembled one of its most star-studded rosters in recent memory for the Paris Olympics. The squad includes:
- LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers)
- Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors)
- Kevin Durant (Phoenix Suns)
- Anthony Davis (Los Angeles Lakers)
- Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers)
- Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics)
- Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns)
- Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves)
- Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers)
- Jrue Holiday (Boston Celtics)
- Bam Adebayo (Miami Heat)
- Derrick White (Boston Celtics) – replacing Kawhi Leonard
This roster boasts a combined 12 NBA All-Stars, four NBA MVPs, and six NBA champions. The team will be led by head coach Steve Kerr, assisted by Mark Few, Tyronn Lue, and Erik Spoelstra.
Previous Medalists
The United States has dominated men’s basketball at the Olympics, winning 16 gold medals out of 19 tournaments. Recent results include:
- 2020 Tokyo: Gold – USA, Silver – France, Bronze – Australia
- 2016 Rio: Gold – USA, Silver – Serbia, Bronze – Spain
- 2012 London: Gold – USA, Silver – Spain, Bronze – Russia
- 2008 Beijing: Gold – USA, Silver – Spain, Bronze – Argentina
- 2004 Athens: Gold – Argentina, Silver – Italy, Bronze – USA
The 2004 Athens Olympics marked the only time since 1988 that the U.S. men’s team failed to win gold, finishing with a bronze medal. This setback led to a resurgence in USA Basketball, resulting in four consecutive gold medals from 2008 to 2020.
As the team prepares for Paris, expectations are high for another strong performance. The combination of experienced veterans like LeBron James and Stephen Curry with rising stars such as Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Haliburton makes Team USA the favorites to claim gold once again. However, with the increasing global talent in basketball, they will face stiff competition from teams like France, Australia, and Serbia.
The men’s basketball tournament at the 2024 Paris Olympics promises to be a thrilling showcase of the world’s best talent, with Team USA at the center of attention as they pursue their fifth straight gold medal.
What Other Events Will Be Played in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics?
There are 329 events across 32 sports, including new sports and changes to existing ones. Read more about it here.
When Is The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony?
The opening ceremony is scheduled for Friday, July 26, 2024 at 1:30pm EST. You can learn more about the ceremony here.
