In Preparation For The 2024 Paris Olympics Team Usa Played Its Fourth Exhibition Game Against South Sudan

Team USA takes on South Sudan in its fourth exhibition game

In preparation for the 2024 Paris Olympics, Team USA played its fourth exhibition game against South Sudan.

The United States looked to stay perfect in their pre-Olympics play.

The South Sudanese built a 16-point lead in the first half, holding the Americans to just 1-of-11 shooting from three-point range. However, Team USA rallied in the second half, outscoring South Sudan by 20 points to secure a 101-100 victory.

Keyontae Johnson led the way for Team USA with 20 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists. Jalen Brunson added 18 points, and Jalen Duren chipped in with 16 points and 14 rebounds.

For South Sudan, Nuni Omot led the way with 27 points. Kuany Kuany added 19 points, and James Edward Ayang chipped in with 16 points.

Team USA will continue their exhibition tour with a game against Spain on Monday.

Conclusion

Team USA's victory over South Sudan was a hard-fought win, but it was an important one for the team's confidence heading into the Olympics. The Americans showed that they could overcome adversity and that they have the talent to compete for a gold medal in Paris.