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Former Team USA coach Gregg Popovich put it even more simply after coaching Durant in the Tokyo Games in 2021. “No Kevin, no gold.” When told of Kerr’s words, Durant took them to heart. “I’m humbled and honored to get that recognition,” Durant said. “So many great players have played. They probably didn’t play as long as me; that’s probably why I get that. I’ve been on four Olympic teams. We’ve won gold every time, so I’ve just been around. I show up. “I think that’s what my career has been based upon, just showing up and letting the chips fall where they may. … I experienced some great coaching with Team USA, and that’s really what brings me back.”
Kevin Durant: "One of my main goals is to be the GM of Team USA. In one of these Olympics, one of these years, I want to do that job one time."
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr seems, at least in jest, to have the answer to the question currently stalling the last moves of NBA free agency. Where will LeBron James sign to play next season? In a video posted to X, fans caught Kerr in his car and asked him to sign James. A reunion between James and his Team USA coach and teammate — and longtime rivals — in Kerr and Stephen Curry at Golden State has long been rumored. “Oh, we got him,” Kerr said.
Michael Grange: Raptors notes from Las Vegas: look for longtime NBA assistant Stephen Silas to join Darko Rajakovic’s staff shortly. Silas has worked for Don Nelson, Rick Carlisle & his father, Paul Silas in 25yr career. Former head coach w Rockets, recently coached Team USA in WC Qualifying.
While some of American soccer’s biggest stars were trying to make sense of the U.S. men’s national team’s ugly loss to Belgium in the Round of 16, one person found some solace in the World Cup defeat. Knicks star Josh Hart found a way to put a positive spin on the otherwise disappointing night with one simple message to USMNT fans, particularly the ones in New York. “US lost but Knicks still Champs. Goodnight!” he posted on X.
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The other problem for the NBA is the schedule. The Conference Finals were played every other day, which resulted in a consistent and predictable schedule. But that won’t be the case for the NBA Finals. There will be one-day breaks between Games 1 and 2, and 3 and 4, but two-day breaks between the rest of the games. The NBA will also face competition from the World Cup among casual audiences, though the schedule is set so that there will be no direct competition from the USMNT. Still, the inconsistent schedule is leaving viewers on the table.
Grant Hill: These guys are great players. These guys are students of the game, I think they respect the game, they want to be remembered I think as the greatest US Men's National Team. I just want a gold medal, I don't care where the team is ranked, but I I just think there's some pride there and there's a competitive spirit. They know they got to first of all win and get the job done, but I think that's the mentality of these guys and it's been fun to watch.
Langston Galloway was named as a member of the 2024 USA Select Team, which trained alongside the USA Men’s National Team during training camp. After Team USA’s training camp, Galloway, Micah Potter and Nigel Hayes-Davis accepted invitations to serve as practice players for USA Basketball’s senior men’s national team during exhibitions in Las Vegas, Abu Dhabi and London in preparation for the Paris Olympics. All three’s role is to participate in USA’s practices, workouts and even exhibition games when needed before the Olympics. “Langston has been great,” USA Basketball managing director Grant Hill told Andscape. “He was with us last year during our World Cup run as well. He really understands the FIBA game, having played professionally in Europe and being a member of our World Cup qualifying teams. He, Micah and Nigel play an important role in our overall preparation for Paris. We are thankful for their presence and contributions to our team’s success.”
Tim Bontemps: Grant Hill on Kawhi Leonard leaving Team USA: “I want to thank Kawhi for his commitment to the US Men’s National Team. He earned the opportunity to represent the United States, but USA Basketball and Clippers leadership felt it’s important to allow Kawhi to prepare for the NBA season.”
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After his standout rookie season, Kessler earned an invitation to play for the 2023 USA Men's National Team this summer in the FIBA World Cup. "It was unbelievable," Kessler said of the tournament in the Philippines. "Wearing the U.S. flag, I had so much pride. It was like a dream. Representing your country and the people back home, it was a lot of fun."
Charles Barkley was back to his usual antics on TNT’s Inside the NBA, as he made another one of his classic guarantees. This time, Chuck guaranteed that the USA would beat the Netherlands… somehow. “We openin’ up a can of whoop-a**, I guarantee the Netherlands in trouble!” Barkley hilariously exclaimed as Shaquille O’Neal and Kenny Smith burst out laughing. Not only did Charles Barkley doom the USMNT to a likely defeat, he also called out other powerhouse footballing nations in the process should USA even manage to pull off the unthinkable. “I want Spain, I want Brazil, I want Germany, I want France,” Barkley added. “But we’re gonna beat the Netherlands.”
Michael Scotto: NBA veteran Langston Galloway has signed with the College Park Skyhawks of the G League, league sources told @HoopsHype. Galloway recently scored 23 points in a Team USA World Cup qualifying game against Colombia.
