After going 3-0 against fierce competition in the group stage to open the Olympics, Team Canada emerged from Group A looking like one of the more dangerous teams and a real threat to the Americans.
Even before the tournament, a lot was expected from this Canadian team. Full of NBA talent, it was easily one of the deepest and best rosters Canada has had in world competition. However, standing in the way of Canada and a spot on the podium was a daunting path of single-game elimination play.
Canada’s draw to open the knockout round was host nation France.