Kevin Durant in particular had some in a trance as shown through the reaction he reserved from a group of young students.
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NBA Most Valuable Player and scoring leader Stephen Curry of Golden State also said during the Finals that he would not play in Rio.
The Americans think they will be just fine with who they have.
These four kids were on the verge of tears recalling how they’d met multiple players from the just-finalized USA Men’s Basketball Team.
“I love our depth, which is another indication of the depth of talent our national team program is blessed with”. During that span, the US won world championships in 2010 and 2014 and Olympic gold medals in 2008 and 2012.
In the wake of news about the Team USA basketball roster, Irving voiced his thoughts on playing alongside Klay Thompson, Draymond Green and Harrison Barnes. “I’m so glad we have them on the team”.
But the talent pool has been reduced with James’ withdrawal. “We don’t have as numerous big-name guys that we’ve had before, but I think so far this is a great group of guys and they’re hungry”.
Last week, former World No. 1 golfer Rory McIlroy pulled out of the Olympics due to Zika fears. “I’ve talked to other doctors that have been over there, my wife dealing with that conversation and the history we’re trying to make”, Anthony said on Monday during the unveiling of the final Team USA roster.
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While the 12-man squad bears little resemblance to the 2012 Olympic team that took home gold in London, some big names still attracted hundreds of adoring fans.
