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#1 USA
USA entered the tournament under a cloud after a host of NBA stars opted to withdraw from the squad. However, Gregg Popovich has regrouped with a blend of veterans and young talent, and his side have performed better than expected
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Admittedly, the overtime Game 2 victory over Turkey was worrying, although the United States has responded with comfortable wins over Japan, Greece, and Brazil. The win over Greece was especially impressive as Popovich found a way to halt Giannis Antetokounmpo, and his superior coaching knowledge provides a significant advantage for the Americans.
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Kemba Walker has also defied expectations to step up as the influential leader that the roster needed, while Donovan Mitchell, Myles Turner, and Jaylen Brown have all impressed. Ultimately, this isn't close to being another Dream Team, although the American's head into the knockout stage in a powerful position to take home the gold.
