THREE POINTER:
- Tony Parker’s Bold Claim: The 2024 U.S. Men’s Basketball team is drawing comparisons to the legendary ’92 Dream Team.
- Undefeated Group Stages: Team USA finishes top of Group C with a clean sweep.
- Quarterfinals Locked In: The stage is set for intense matchups as eight teams advance to the knockout stage.
Basketball aficionados, the 2024 Paris Olympic Games are heating up, and Team USA is proving why they’re perennial favorites. Let’s dive into the details.
The Parker Perspective
> “Close to ’92 Dream Team.”
Tony Parker didn’t mince words when he placed the current U.S. squad in the same breath as the iconic ’92 Dream Team and Kobe Bryant’s ’08 powerhouse. His comments after just three games underscore the high expectations surrounding this team.
Dominance in Group Play
Team USA has left no room for doubt about their championship intentions, cruising through Group C with decisive victories:
- Serbia: 110-84
- South Sudan: 103-86
- Puerto Rico: 104-83
Their flawless record speaks volumes, but the real test begins now as the knockout stages loom.
The Knockout Stage Beckons
With the quarterfinals set, here’s what the competition looks like:
- Canada, Germany, and USA are undefeated leaders from their groups.
- Other qualifiers include Australia, France, Brazil, Serbia, and Greece.
Upcoming Matches to Watch:
- Germany vs. Greece: Aug. 6, 5 a.m. ET
- Serbia vs. Australia: Aug. 6, 8:30 a.m. ET
- France vs. Canada: Aug. 6, Noon ET
- Team USA vs. Brazil: Aug. 6, 3:30 p.m. ET
All games will be held at the Accor Arena in Paris and can be streamed live on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com.
How to Keep Up with the Action
Don’t miss a moment of the Olympic excitement. The games are broadcast across multiple platforms including NBC, USA Network, and Peacock. For a seamless experience, consider a Peacock subscription to catch all events live.
Team USA is on a mission to capture gold once again, and with the stakes higher than ever, every dribble, pass, and shot counts. Will they live up to Tony Parker’s high praise? Only time will tell.
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