Team USA survives unexpected scare vs. South Sudan in thrilling Olympics showcase
NY Post
LeBron James saved the U.S. from a stunning loss.
James’ layup with 8 seconds left was the go-ahead basket, and the U.S. Olympic team escaped with a 101-100 win over South Sudan on Saturday in London, rallying from a 16-point deficit to avoid what would have been a massive upset.
South Sudan, which gained its independence just 13 years ago, had a chance to win it.
Carlik Jones had a decent look off the glass with about 4 seconds left, but it missed.
James finished with 23 points, six rebounds and six assists for the U.S., which improved to 4-0 on its pre-Olympic exhibition tour with one game remaining.
Anthony Davis added 15 points for the Americans.
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The Giants have never been 0-2 under Brian Daboll, until now. They were 2-0 and flying high in 2022 and 1-1 after a rousing comeback in Arizona in 2023. So, this represents a low point as far as early-season difficulties for Daboll and the Giants. They had no business beating the Vikings in the opener and no business losing to the Commanders in Week 2. But here they are.
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