Team USA Secures 1/4-final spot with 103-86 victory over South Sudan

Team USA continued their group play at the 2024 Olympics on Wednesday, clinching a spot in the men’s basketball tournament’s quarterfinals with a decisive 103-86 win over South Sudan in France.

This victory, crucial for advancing in the competition, came after a narrow 101-100 exhibition win against the same opponent.

Team USA beats South Sudan 103-86 in convincing win 🔥

Bam: 16 PTS, 7-9 FG, 7 REB
KD: 14 PTS, 3 AST, 2 REB
LeBron: 12 PTS, 7 REB, 6 AST

2-0 in group play 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/UxpSg6xIgp

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Bam Adebayo led the charge for the Americans, contributing 16 points and seven rebounds off the bench. Kevin Durant added 14 points, while LeBron James tallied 12 points, six rebounds, and five assists. Derrick White chipped in with 10 points, and Anthony Davis had eight points and eight rebounds.

Notably absent from the game was Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid, who had started in every game for Team USA up to this point. The coaching staff likely decided to rest Embiid, similar to their approach with Jayson Tatum against Serbia on Sunday. Embiid has faced boos from French fans throughout the Olympics due to his decision to play for Team USA over France.