I just wanted to make the team. The exhibition game took its vow Tuesday night with Team USA defeating Nigeria 110-66 at Toyota Center in Houston.
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Rio Olympics organizing committee has already allocated several lodgings in the Rio Village to accommodate multi-national delegations, although rumors about minor problems like broken showers and beds too small for taller basketball players as well as major issues like lighting issues and theft have been reported. After unveiling their team in NY in late June, the men reported three weeks later to training camp in Las Vegas and also played exhibition games in Los Angeles, Oakland and Chicago. The fourth game against Venezuela has been successful but team US obviously struggled for they failed to reach triple-digit score for the first time but still maintained their lead with the help of their great rebounds.
According to multiple sources, a few of the millionaire players on Team U.S.A. have instead opted to rent out a 196-cabin luxury cruise ship, complete with a giant swimming pool, spa, and cigar lounge.
While Phelps beat Chad le Clos in the 100m in London four years ago, the South African claimed a notable success in the 200 as he defeated his childhood hero – winning by just 0.05 seconds.
The women played higher-caliber opponents during their tour, which started in Los Angeles before moving to the Northeast for victories over France, Canada and Australia. “For Athens, I wanted to win gold for my country”, Phelps said.
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“So we’re not as good as we’re going to be, and that’s kind of the way it’s been for us at the Olympics”, Auriemma said.
