Team USA emerged victorious in a men’s basketball exhibition game against Canada on Wednesday, with a final score of 86-72. The game took place in Las Vegas as part of the USA Basketball Showcase, and it was a thrilling match-up between the two neighboring countries.
Leading the way for Team USA was Anthony Edwards, who scored 13 points, followed by Stephen Curry with 12 points and Anthony Davis, who recorded a double-double. Jrue Holiday contributed 11 points, Bam Adebayo grabbed seven rebounds, and Tyrese Haliburton dished out six assists to help secure the win for the American team.
The size advantage of Team USA played a significant role in their victory, allowing them to dominate the boards and pull away from Canada as the game progressed. This game marked the first meeting between the two nations since Canada defeated the U.S. in the bronze-medal game at the FIBA World Cup in 2022.
Anthony Davis was a standout performer for Team USA, finishing with 10 points, 11 rebounds, and four blocks. The American squad also showcased their defensive prowess by limiting Canada to just 33.8 percent shooting while shooting an impressive 50.7 percent from the field.
On the Canadian side, RJ Barrett, Dillon Brooks, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander all finished in double figures, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the strong performance by Team USA.
Both teams struggled with early inconsistency, but Team USA managed to overcome a slow start and take a halftime lead of 41-33. Despite missing key players like Kevin Durant and Kawhi Leonard, the American team showed resilience and depth in their roster.
With four more exhibition games remaining before the Olympics, Team USA is looking to fine-tune their game and prepare for their opening match against Serbia. The team is determined to defend their gold medal and showcase their talent on the international stage.
Overall, the exhibition game between Team USA and Canada provided an exciting preview of what fans can expect in the upcoming Olympic Games. Both teams displayed skill, determination, and sportsmanship, setting the stage for an exciting competition in Paris.
