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Anthony Edwards Scores 26 as Team USA Defeats Puerto Rico 104-83 in Final Group C Game

Aug 3, 2024, 03:35 PM

Team USA men's basketball team secured a decisive 104-83 victory over Puerto Rico in their final Group C game at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Anthony Edwards led the team with 26 points, becoming the youngest U.S. player to score over 20 points in an Olympic game since Dwight Howard in 2008. The U.S. team overcame a slow start, trailing 30-25 after the first quarter, but dominated the second quarter with a 39-16 run, leading 64-45 at halftime. Key contributions also came from LeBron James, who recorded 8 points, 6 assists, and 4 rebounds, Kevin Durant and Steph Curry, who each added 8 points. Joel Embiid contributed 15 points. Puerto Rico's Jose Alvarado led his team with 18 points. The win ensured Team USA's 3-0 sweep in Group C, advancing them to the quarterfinals. The game was broadcast on NBC and Peacock.