Team USA won’t get to avenge Monday night’s loss to Australia. Last night, USA Basketball announced that tonight’s exhibition vs. Australia has been canceled “out of an abundance of caution.” Yesterday, guard Bradley Beal was ruled out of the Olympics after being placed in health and safety protocols on Wednesday. Forward Jerami Grant was also placed in protocol out of caution, but has yet to be ruled out.
Team USA will conclude its exhibition schedule on Saturday night vs. Spain. In the meantime, the search for Beal’s replacement continues. USA Basketball officials met yesterday to discuss options, with head coach Gregg Popovich citing conditioning as a key factor since most players have been enjoying the offseason.