This will be the opponent of the United States in the quarterfinals of the Olympic Games
The team led by Stephen Curry and LeBron James is now one game away from competing for medals in Paris 2024.
The Paris 2024 Olympics are still ongoing, and as they approach their final week, in men's basketball, the United States team, absolute favorite for the gold medal, has already reached the quarterfinals after winning all three group stage matches. The team led by LeBron James and Stephen Curry will face Brazil next in their quest for a medal.
Team USA once again demonstrated their dominance in international basketball by defeating Puerto Rico 104-83, concluding the Olympic group stage with a flawless 3-0 record.
Anthony Edwards, the young prodigy from the Minnesota Timberwolves, shone in the game. Edwards scored 26 points with an impressive 11-15 shooting accuracy, proving once again why he is seen as a future cornerstone of American basketball and will be crucial in the quest for gold.
The Impact of Joel Embiid
Joel Embiid, who did not play in the previous game against South Sudan, returned strong, contributing 15 crucial points for the team. Embiid showcased his prowess in the paint and his versatility in scoring from mid-range, reminding everyone why he is one of the most dominant players in the NBA.
This highlights the incredible depth of the United States team. In the group stage matches, Steve Kerr had the luxury of benching Jayson Tatum without him playing a single minute in the first game, then Embiid in the second match, and giving Jrue Holiday a rest in the third game despite being the team's top defender.
This is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Este será el rival de Estados Unidos en los cuartos de final de los Juegos Olímpicos
