The U.S. men’s national basketball team is generating considerable excitement as its star-studded roster prepares to compete in the highly anticipated Paris Olympics this summer.
The team features some of the biggest names in basketball, and their presence has drawn the attention of fans and analysts alike.
A recent straw poll conducted by The Athletic has shed light on who the Team USA players themselves consider to be the standout performers at their training camp. Unsurprisingly, the results highlighted some familiar faces.
LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers topped the poll, earning the most votes from his fellow Olympic camp participants, with five votes to his name. James, known for his remarkable career and leadership on and off the court, continues to be a dominant figure in the sport. Trailing him were Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors, Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves, and Jrue Holiday of the Boston Celtics, each receiving two votes. These players are all celebrated for their exceptional skills and contributions to their respective teams.
Meanwhile, over on the USA Basketball Select Team, Cooper Flagg, the top-ranked recruit and projected number one pick in the 2025 NBA draft, was voted the best player with an impressive nine votes.
Flagg’s performance at the Olympic training camp has been nothing short of sensational, even outshining 12 current NBA players on the select team. His standout play during a scrimmage caught the attention of both NBA players and fans, with one anonymous NBA coach reportedly dubbing him the best player on the select team.
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At just 17 years old, Flagg is set to join Duke next season, and his future in basketball looks incredibly promising.
The U.S. men’s national team is slated to face Canada on July 10 in the first of five international Olympic exhibition games.
These games will serve as crucial preparation for the team before they head to Paris, where they will compete against the world’s best. The anticipation is building as fans eagerly await to see how the team will perform on the global stage.
With such a talented roster and rising stars like Cooper Flagg making waves, Team USA is poised to make a significant impact at the Paris Olympics.
The combination of seasoned veterans and promising young talent ensures that the team will be one to watch, as they strive for Olympic glory.
