Team USA is favored to win the men’s basketball gold at the Paris Olympics, boasting a star-studded roster of NBA veterans. However, Team Canada, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, is also a strong contender with hopes of bringing gold home.
Team Canada has turned into one of the most formidable teams in FIBA over the last few years. Leader Shai Gilgeous-Alexander spoke to the media on Saturday about his team’s mindset for a potential matchup against Team USA.
“They play to their strengths. They’re obviously very talented, very deep. You almost have to make no mistakes and play a perfect game when you play against them. As far as Canada, we’ll be ready for whoever we see,” he stated.
In SGA’s eyes, Canada is among the top threats to Team USA, alongside France, Germany, Australia, and Serbia. The Canadian team, featuring players like Dillon Brooks, Dwight Powell, and RJ Barrett, is poised to make a significant impact.
“For us, we have a lot of talent; we know that. We just all sacrifice; whatever the game tells us is going to happen, we let it tell us. We all want to win, so we’re giving up whatever it takes to get to the final goal,” Gilgeous-Alexander added.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Shines for Team Canada in the Paris Olympics
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a standout and consistent performer for Team Canada in the Paris Olympics. The NBA star showcased his skills during their 86-79 victory against Greece, posting a stunning stat line of 21 points, four rebounds, seven assists, one steal, and two blocks.
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In the latest matchup, an 88-85 win against Spain, the Oklahoma City Thunder star continued to impress. He finished the game with 20 points on 5-of-11 shooting, along with three rebounds and two assists.
Through three games, Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 19.0 points per game. He already has solidified his role as a leader on the court and proved that Canada is a legitimate medal contender in the Olympics.
