USA MBB Tops Australia in Pre-Olympic Exhibition
Team USA Continues Quest for Olympic Gold
Semifinals Set for Friday
Team USA fought back from an early deficit to defeat Australia 108-88 in a pre-Olympic exhibition game on Thursday. After falling behind by as many as 15 points in the second quarter and trailing by three at halftime, the United States exploded for 35 points in the third quarter to take control of the game. Jayson Tatum led the way for Team USA with 23 points, while Kevin Durant added 18 points and eight rebounds. Ben Simmons led Australia with 22 points.
The win improves Team USA's record to 2-0 in exhibition play. The team will now face Slovenia in the semifinals on Friday. Australia will face France in the other semifinal.
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