Team USA Basketball’s starting lineup had a change as the Americans tipped off aganst Australia. Coach K went with the hot hand of Paul George at shooting guard, while Klay Thompson was not in the starting five. Thompson has struggled through two games, while George led Team USA Basketball in scoring against Venezuela.
The Australians presented the biggest challenge yet for Team USA, as Australia’s starting five consisted of an NBA player at each position.
For the first time in three Rio games, Team USA got off to a quick start thanks to Carmelo Anthony.