Olympic Basketball: USA Outpaces South Sudan 103-86

USA vs. South Sudan Basketball Match Recap

The highly anticipated matchup between the United States and South Sudan took place on July 31, 2024, at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Villeneuve-d’Ascq, France, drawing a crowd of 27,056 enthusiastic fans. As part of the 2024 Paris Olympics men’s basketball tournament, the USA dominated the game, securing a 103-86 victory over South Sudan.

The American team showcased their prowess, leading by as many as 19 points at one stage. Despite a valiant effort from South Sudan in the second half, which saw them narrow the gap to 10 points, they ultimately couldn’t catch up.

Standout performances came from Bam Adebayo, who led the USA with 18 points and 7 rebounds, leveraging his size and speed to outmaneuver South Sudan’s frontcourt. LeBron James added 12 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists, reaching a milestone 300 points in his national team career. Kevin Durant also contributed significantly with 14 points.

Nuni Omot led the charge for South Sudan with an impressive 24 points. The win secured the USA’s spot in the Olympic quarterfinals, while South Sudan faces a crucial match against Serbia to advance. The USA will next face Puerto Rico, as South Sudan’s fate hangs in the balance.