USA Basketball
Phil Jackson Comments on Lebron James Offensive; Using the term Posse Invites Criticism
| Iesha javed | | Nov 17, 2016 08:25 AM EST |
In a recent turn of events, after Phil Jackson recently criticized Lebron James during an ESPN interview, James shot back at the coach. His usage of the term posse for James's business associate has received widespread condemnation.
Rio Games 2016: China Loses to France, Suffers Second Successive Defeat
| Ritz Agranum | | Aug 09, 2016 04:19 PM EDT |
The Chinese men's national basketball team endured their second consecutive defeat after losing to France 88-60 in the second round of the group phase at the ongoing 2016 Rio Games on Monday.
NBA News: Kobe Bryant Could Still Play for Team USA in 2016 Rio Olympics: Jerry Colangelo
| Cristian Andal | | Dec 02, 2015 02:00 AM EST |
USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo recently revealed that NBA superstar Kobe Bryant could still play for Team USA in the 2016 Rio Olympics if he decides to do so amidst reports of the five-time NBA champion’s retirement at the end of the current season.
USA Basketball News & Rumors: John Wall "I Probably Won't Make It" To Team USA For Rio 2016
| Alec Regino | | Aug 17, 2015 10:41 AM EDT |
Representing the United States of America during an international basketball competition like the Olympics in Rio next year is one of the greatest honors any player can receive. However, getting the chance to be on the 12-man roster is difficult and even the best players can get cut. 2x All-Star John Wall commented on his chances recently, stating that he "probably won't make it" to team USA.
LeBron Gets Reserved Spot in Olympics While Durant Braves Injuries to Earn it
| Cesar Tordesillas | | Aug 13, 2015 09:43 AM EDT |
USA Basketball has reserved a spot for LeBron James for 2016 Olympics, even if they have to wait for the superstar until after the upcoming NBA season for his commitment. James didn't have to participate in any of the practices soon.
Colangelo Gives Special Treatment to Kobe in Qualifying for Olympic Team
| Cesar Tordesillas | | Aug 13, 2015 09:43 AM EDT |
Kobe Bryant will still be given a chance to make the 2016 U.S. Olympic team, even though he did not attend this week's "mandatory" minicamp, NBC Sports reported. USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo made attendance at the mincamp a requirement to making the Olympic team.
NBA News & Rumors: Kevin Durant To Attend Team USA Minicamp, Hopes To Have Spot In Final Roster
| Cristian Andal | | Aug 11, 2015 04:22 AM EDT |
Despite the ongoing rehabilitation of his injured right foot, six-time NBA All-Star Kevin Durant of the Oklahoma City Thunder is reportedly going to attend USA Basketball’s three-day August minicamp in Las Vegas as he hoped to qualify for the final roster of the American squad competing in the Rio Olympics next year.
NBA News & Rumors: Damian Lillard Holds Grudge, Says He's Not Part Of Team USA
| Cristian Andal | | Jul 28, 2015 08:09 AM EDT |
Portland Trailblazers’ main man Damian Lillard seemed indifferent about participating in next month’s USA Basketball Men’s National Team minicamp in Las Vegas as the 6-foot-3 point guard said that he does not think he is a part of the team.
NBA News & Rumors: Injured Kevin Love To Attend Team USA Minicamp Next Month?
| Cristian Andal | | Jul 28, 2015 08:09 AM EDT |
Cleveland Cavaliers’ power forward Kevin Love is planning to attend the USA Basketball Men’s National Team minicamp from August 11 to 13 in Las Vegas despite his still rehabilitating shoulder, according to Basketball Insiders.
NBA Gain Scrutiny Towards the Risks Involved With International Competitions
| Cory Doyle | | Aug 22, 2014 04:59 PM EDT |
The gruesome injury of Paul George in a FIBA World Cup exhibition game in Las Vegas nearly three weeks ago has caused the NBA to gain scrutiny towards the risk that is involved with NBA players participating in the event.
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