LeBron James will carry the U.S. flag and led the men’s basketball team to victory over Germany. Durant did not play due to injury while the U.S. finished their exhibition games undefeated.
Paris Games start this weekend with the U.S. facing challenges from other teams, including close games against South Sudan and Germany.
The U.S. team had 3-point shooting troubles, being outscored consistently from beyond the line in recent games.