Team USA didn't pass its first true 2016 Olympic test with flying colors, but its win streak reached 71 games nonetheless.
Extending it to 72 shouldn't be an issue because its next opponent, Serbia, isn't as threatening as its last one.
Team USA expected a gritty effort from Australia and nearly found more than it could handle, before recovering in time to escape Wednesday's possible championship preview with a 98-88 come-from-behind win.
It's possible the Olympic field was emboldened by the contest, as Team USA in no way resembled the superpower that obliterated its first two opponents by a combined 101 points.