By Eurohoops team/ info@eurohoops.net
USA Basketball announced its roster for the Olympics on Monday, however according to many reports from the States the 12 Americans for Rio was already decided from Friday. The reports proved to be right.
There are many notable players who will not be present, the finals’ MVP LeBron James will not be there and Steph Curry is also missing. Still the Americans are considered beyond any doubt the favorite to get the gold. The team appears to be as follows:
Guards: Kyrie Irving (Cavaliers), Kyle Lowry (Raptors), Klay Thompson (Warriors), DeMar DeRozan (Raptors), Jimmy Butler (Bulls)
Forwards: Carmelo Anthony (Knicks), Kevin Durant (Thunder), Paul George (Pacers), Draymond Green (Warriors), Harrison Barnes (Warriors)
Centers: DeMarcus Cousins (Kings), DeAndre Jordan (Clippers)
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