USA Basketball

2024 - 7 - 11

Derrick White Steps Up for Team USA Basketball in Place of Kawhi Leonard

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Find out how Derrick White is making waves in the USA basketball scene as he replaces Kawhi Leonard! 🏀

The recent shake-up in Team USA Basketball saw Derrick White from the Boston Celtics stepping in for the injured Kawhi Leonard, adding a new dynamic to the team's lineup. With the Olympic Games Paris 2024 approaching, White's inclusion brings fresh energy and talent to the squad. In their exhibition opener, Team USA defeated Canada 86-72, showcasing the team's determination and prowess on the court.

USA Basketball's managing director, Grant Hill, expressed that the decision to replace Leonard was made in the best interest of the team's success, emphasizing the importance of unity and cohesion among the players. This strategic move highlights the team's commitment to preparing thoroughly for the upcoming Olympics.

As the journey to Paris continues, the anticipation builds for Team USA Basketball as they aim for a fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal. With key players like Anthony Davis and Stephen Curry leading the charge, the team's potential for success in the Games is promising and exciting.

In a show of strength and skill, Team USA's performance against Canada set a strong foundation for their Olympic campaign. The presence of notable figures like former President Barack Obama at the game added to the buzz surrounding the team, showcasing their status as frontrunners for gold in Paris.

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Derrick White to replace Kawhi Leonard on Team USA's basketball ... (Olympics)

He will be replaced on Team USA by reigning NBA Champion Boston Celtics guard Derrick White. Per a press release, both Team USA and the Clippers reached the ...

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Derrick White Named to 2024 USA Basketball Men's National Team ... (USA Basketball)

Derrick White (Boston Celtics) has been named to the 2024 USA Basketball Men's National Team, which will compete at the Olympic Games Paris 2024, ...

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USA Basketball tops Canada 86-72 in exhibition opener on the road ... (The Associated Press)

For USA Basketball, the road to the Paris Olympics has started with a win. Anthony Davis scored 13 points, Stephen Curry added 12 and the United States ...

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Kawhi Leonard withdraws from USA basketball squad for Paris ... (The Guardian)

Leonard has withdrawn from the roster due to a knee injury. With Kevin Durant also sidelined, the US are down to 10 players for their first exhibition game.

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Why USA Basketball decided to replace Kawhi Leonard on the ... (USA TODAY)

USA Basketball men's managing director Grant Hill said it was in the "best interest" for all involved to part ways with Kawhi Leonard.

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Kawhi Leonard is off the U.S. men's basketball Olympic team (The Associated Press)

Derrick White has been named to the U.S. men's basketball team for the Paris Olympics as a replacement for Kawhi Leonard.

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Team USA basketball - The biggest takeaways from the exhibition ... (ESPN Australia)

Ahead of its quest for a fifth straight Olympic gold medal, Team USA's men's basketball team began its exhibition schedule Wednesday night with an 86-72 win ...

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USA Basketball tops Canada 86-72 in exhibition opener on the road ... (NBC Chicago)

Anthony Davis scored 13 points, Stephen Curry added 12 and the United States opened its tune-up schedule for the Paris Games by topping Canada 86-72 on...

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Team USA men's basketball cruises past Canada in first look before ... (NBC News)

With former U.S. President Barack Obama sitting courtside, Team USA's Olympic men's basketball team showed why it's favored to win gold in Paris, ...

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For USA Basketball, the long road to Paris gets off to a good start (The Associated Press)

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Stephen Curry drove to the basket, laid the ball in, got fouled and ended up on the floor after drawing the contact.

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USA Basketball see off Canada in Paris tune-up as Obama watches ... (The Guardian)

Anthony Davis scored 13 points, Stephen Curry added 12 and the United States opened their tune-up schedule for the Paris Olympics by topping Canada.

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Thanks, Obama: USA Basketball survives rust, roster drama in ... (The Washington Post)

With the former president sitting courtside, a star-studded U.S. team beat Canada in its first tune-up before the Paris Olympics.

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Team USA basketball alternates: How does it work if a player gets ... (NBC Chicago)

Here's how alternates will work for the two Team USA basketball squads at the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Yes, Caitlin Clark is reportedly on the list.

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'Kind of can't go wrong': USA Basketball's Olympic depth on display ... (USA TODAY)

Canada, fielding its best Olympic team, felt the onslaught of USA's depth in Wednesday's exhibition game in preparation for the Paris 2024 Games.

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For USA Basketball, the Long Road to Paris Gets off to a Good Start (U.S. News & World Report)

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Stephen Curry drove to the basket, laid the ball in, got fouled and ended up on the floor after drawing the contact.

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Team USA pulls away from Canada in 1st Paris Olympics exhibition ... (NBA.com)

Despite a slow start and some sloppy play, Team USA figures things out and sprinkles in some highlights in an 86-72 victory over Canada.

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For USA Basketball, the long road to Paris gets off to a good start (FOX5 Las Vegas)

The Americans beat ...

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Team USA shakes off slow start to beat Canada in pre-Olympics ... (Yahoo Sports)

Team USA began its pre-Olympics exhibition tour against arguably its biggest competition for the gold medal. It was an encouraging start.

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How to watch Team USA, with Kevin Durant and Devin Booker ... (AZCentral.com)

Team USA, with Phoenix Suns stars Devin Booker and Kevin Durant, won its first formal Paris Olympics exhibition game against Canada on Wednesday.

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Another Celtics star is heading to the Olympics, but it may not be the ... (The Patriot Ledger)

Another Celtics star is heading to the Olympics, but it may not be the one you think ... The US Olympic basketball team just picked up another Boston Celtics star ...

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USA Basketball Plays Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' After Defeating ... (Billboard)

It was just a minor victory over Canada for Team USA in Wednesday night's (July 10) basketball exhibition in Las Vegas, but the U.S. Olympic team celebrated ...

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USA Open Showcase with 86-72 Win over Canada - USA Basketball (USA Basketball)

The USA Men's National Team defeated Canada 86-72 on Wednesday night at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The USA's star-studded squad – bound for the Olympic ...

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