While Team USA had a lot more breathing room late than a 3-point final score might suggest, its victory over France was too close for comfort. Even though it had a 10-point lead in the closing minutes — against a good French team — this marks a third straight game in which the Olympic squad looked dethrone-able.
USA Basketball is not supposed to win — it’s supposed to win easily. In any given competition, there might be a game or two where the opponent plays particularly well or the red, white, and blue has an off night.
But three straight competitive games?