Having a starting lineup of LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Stephen Curry is more than enough to dominate most teams in the world. For former NBA champion Kendrick Perkins, though, Team USA’s bench unit is equally problematic for opposing squads facing them in the 2024 Olympics.
Team USA’s exhibition victory over Canada showcased their depth and potential for the upcoming Olympics. Anthony Edwards and Anthony Davis led the way, highlighting their importance to the squad. Despite facing a strong Canadian roster led by Jamal Murray and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the American team prevailed with a score of 86-72.

The win demonstrated the team’s balanced approach, with contributions from various players. The combination of Edwards’ scoring prowess and Davis’ interior dominance proved to be a formidable duo. The Americans also displayed strong defensive intensity, limiting Canada’s scoring opportunities.
This victory serves as an encouraging start to Team USA’s Olympic campaign. The cohesion and chemistry of the squad will be crucial as they aim to reclaim the gold medal. With the addition of top-tier talents like LeBron James and Stephen Curry, the Americans have assembled a talented and experienced roster poised to make a deep run in the tournament.
The exhibition against Canada provided valuable insights and a solid foundation for Team USA to build upon as they continue their preparation for the Olympic Games. The win sets the stage for an exciting and competitive journey towards the gold medal.
Former NBA Champion Kendrick Perkins Drops Honest Assessment of Team USA’s Reserve Unit

After Team USA’s victory against Canada, various takes were dropped regarding their performance. Perkins, in particular, highlighted the reserve unit, as seen in a tweet he posted on his official X account.
“This second Unit led by Ant and Tatum offensively with AD and Bam anchoring the defense is going to be a problem!” Perkins tweeted.
While the trio of James, Curry, and Durant is more than enough for most opposing squads, the presence of Edwards, Jayson Tatum, Davis, and Bam Adebayo will ensure a dominant run by the United States in the Olympics. It also helps that these guys are younger and more athletic than their veteran counterparts in the lineup.

The Olympics is scheduled to start later this month. By then, Team USA has gotten enough experience together to bring the gold home, especially the roster’s reserve unit.

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