Team USA basketball is preparing for the FIBA World Cup, their performance in 2019 was not up to the mark and this time they must be aiming for better performance. In 2019 they ended up at number seven, but this time they have NBA stars like Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Haliburton. From experience, they know that having talent doesn’t ensure victory, but this time they must be hoping for a better performance.
Before going to World Cup in the Philippines, they have some upcoming practice games lined up against Spain, Greece, and Germany. Before they start playing World Cup, these games will help them to build their teamwork.
Team USA win against Spain
Team USA’s path to the world cup has been easy so far. Their main test came on Sunday, playing against Spain in Malaga. Spain is the defending World Cup champion, beating them wasn’t easy but the USA did pass that test. They beat Spain by a score of 98-88. This must have given confidence to the team and fans.
Exhibition Schedule
Monday, August 7
Team played against Puerto Rico and won with a score of 117 to 74.
Saturday, August 12
Team played against Slovenia and won with a score of 92 to 62.
Sunday, August 13
They will play against Spain at 3:30 p.m. The game can be watched on Fox or Fubo.
Friday, August 18
They will play against Greece at 12 p.m. The game will be broadcast on FS1 or Fubo.
Sunday, August 20
Team will play against Germany at 12 p.m. The game will be shown on Fox or Fubo.
World Cup Schedule
Saturday, Aug. 26
versus New Zealand, 8:40 a.m., ESPN2, fubo
Monday, Aug. 28
versus Greece, 8:40 a.m., ESPN2, fubo
Wednesday, Aug. 30
versus Jordan, 4:40 a.m., ESPN2, fubo
This time the team has good players like Anthony Edwards, Tyrese Haliburton, and Jaren Jackson Jr. from the NBA. Fans are expecting a better performance from them as the hopes are high after they beat Spain on Sunday.
