Who is on the men's 3 on 3 Olympic team?

Get ready for slam dunks and buzzer beaters! 3x3 basketball, a fast-paced game played on half a court with teams of three, is heating up the Paris Olympics. After its debut at Tokyo 2020, eight top teams from around the world will battle for gold, including powerhouses like Serbia and a USA team making their 3x3 Olympic premiere.

The following is a list of the players representing their respective countries in the Paris Olympics 3x3 Basketball:

Serbia

Serbia is entering the 2024 Paris Olympics as a dominating force, winning back-to-back in the 2022 and 2023 World Cups. The team is led by Strahinja Stojacic, which makes them a serious threat to repeat as champions.

Players:

• Strahinja Stojacic

• Dejan Majstorovic

• Mihailo Vasic

• Marko Brankovic

USA

Team USA is a formidable contender to win the gold medal at the Olympics 2024. The team secured a silver medal at the 2023 World Cup, losing to Serbia in the finals. However, they won the gold in the 2022 AmeriCup and 2023 Pan American Games. Under the guidance of veteran coach Joe Lewandowski, assisted by James Fraschilla, this team is built for success. Their automatic qualification due to world ranking speaks volumes about their talent.

Players:

• Canyon Barry

• Jimmer Fredette

• Kareem Maddox

• Dylan Travis

Lithuania

Lithuania makes its much-anticipated Olympic 3x3 debut in Paris. Don't let their lack of Olympic experience fool you. They earned their spot through a hard-fought victory in the Debrecen qualifying tournament.

Players:

• Aurelijus Pukelis

• Evaldas Džiaugys

• Gintautas Matulis

• Šarūnas Vingelis

China

China returns to the 3x3 Olympic stage after a challenging Tokyo 2020 campaign. However, their progress is undeniable, evidenced by two recent Asian Cup bronze medals. Keep an eye on Ning Zhang, a rising star known for his electrifying playing style and scoring prowess. China will be looking to exceed expectations in Paris, potentially propelled by Zhang's offensive spark.

Players:

• Yuanbo Zhu

• Jiaren Zhao

• Ning Zhang

• Wenbo Lu

Netherlands

Led by veteran star Worthy de Jong (who exploded with the most points in the Japan qualifiers!), this experienced squad boasts a strong two-year chemistry. Look for them to challenge for a medal.

Players:

• Worthy de Jong

• Arvin Slagter

• Jan Driessen

• Dimeo Van der Horst

France

Competing on home soil, France brings an exciting young core that qualified through a dramatic victory over Mongolia. Keep an eye on Vergiat, whose winning shot secured their Olympic spot. With passionate home crowd support, France has medal aspirations.

Players:

• Franck Seguela

• Timothé Vergiat

• Lucas Dussoulier

• Jules Rambaut

Latvia:

The Latvia 3x3 team will return with a hunger to repeat their historic Tokyo 2020 gold medal feat. Look out for Lasmanis and Miezis, key players from the gold-medal team, to lead the charge. Miezis even earned MVP honors in the Hong Kong qualifying tournament!

Players:

• Karlis Lasmanis

• Nauris Miezis

• Zigmars Raimo

• Francis Lacis

Poland

Back for their second Olympic appearance, Poland boasts a revamped roster led by experienced veteran Zamojski. This new group is known for their toughness and potent blend of inside play and long-range shooting.

Players:

• Adrian Bogucki

• Filip Henryk Matczak

• Michal Aniol Sokołowski

• Przemysław Zamojski