LAS VEGAS — It has become apparent that Team USA’s pursuit of gold will not be compared to the Dream Team or the Redeem Team by any stretch, but they still have time to adapt to FIBA competition, build on continuity and ultimately procure the goal at the Tokyo Olympics.
The U.S. men's basketball team suffered its second consecutive upset in exhibition play on Monday, succumbing to Australia 91-83 inside Michelob ULTRA Arena. This roster was only two days removed from a 90-87 shocker of a loss to Nigeria.
Damian Lillard scored 22 points while connecting on 6-of-11 from 3-point range, and Kevin Durant tallied 17 points.