As Team USA looks to secure gold in men's and women's basketball, Nike put together an ad for the 2024 Olympics. After seeing the video that features countless big names, fans were left in awe.
The video itself is narrated by famous actor Willem Dafoe and features some of the biggest names in basketball. Among those to make an appearance include LeBron James, A'ja Wilson, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the late Kobe Bryant. Nike's ad ends with the tagline "winning isn't for everyone."
After watching the clip, fans were amazed at the production. Others also cited how they like that the LA Lakers legend is still appearing in Nike commercials.
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On the men's side, Team USA will be looking to secure its fifth straight gold medal. The last time they finished below first place was in 2004 when they won bronze in Athens, Greece.
When it comes to women's basketball, the United States has been nothing short of dominant. In Paris, they're aiming to win their eighth straight gold medal. Of the past 10 Olympics, the women have only not won gold on one occasion. That was in 1992 when they were awarded a bronze medal.
What men's and women's players are suiting up for Team USA in the 2024 Olympics?
The Nike ad only showed a few of the top players who will be playing for Team USA in the 2024 Olympics. Both the men and women have put together impressive rosters in hopes of keeping their gold medal streaks alive.
After not winning any medal in the World Cup last summer, multiple NBA stars decided to play in the Olympics. The end result is a roster loaded with some of the game's top superstars. Here is the full list of players suiting up for the men's team.
- Bam Adebayo
- Devin Booker
- Steph Curry
- Anthony Davis
- Kevin Durant
- Anthony Edwards
- Joel Embiid
- Tyrese Haliburton
- Jrue Holiday
- LeBron James
- Jayson Tatum
- Derrick White
Similar to their male counterparts, Team USA's women's team is stocked with the WNBA's top talents. Here is the complete breakdown of their roster.
- Napheesa Collier
- Kahleah Cooper
- Chelsea Gray
- Brittney Griner
- Sabrina Ionescu
- Jewell Loyd
- Kelsy Plum
- Breanna Stewart
- Diana Taurasi
- Alyssa Thomas
- A'ja Wilson
- Jackie Young
Securing gold in the Olympics will be no small feat for either squad. That said, with the collection of talent on each roster, they are in a strong position to do so.