It was a very good Olympic men's basketball
exhibition game
! Both sides fielded their strongest lineups, and the game had ups and downs and highs and lows.
Early in the game, the Canadians showed great athleticism with a smooth offense and tough defense to take a quick lead. The U.S. team, on the other hand, was slow to get going, making many mistakes on the offensive end and falling behind by double digits at one point.
In the second quarter, the U.S. team strengthened its defense and improved its offensive efficiency, with Booker and Brow playing well to lead the team back into the game.
In the second half, Curry showed great scoring ability, scoring nine points in a row from inside and outside, helping the U.S. team extend its lead. Although the Canadian team once reduced the difference to single digits in the final quarter, the U.S. team withstood the pressure and eventually won.
The game showed the strong strength of the USA and Canada and added more points of interest for the upcoming Olympic men's basketball tournament. Here are some aspects to watch:
The Rise of Team Canada:
The Canadians showed great strength in this game, as they have a number of NBA stars with excellent tactical execution and individual player ability.
Team USA's ability to adjust:
Despite the poor performance in the early part of the game, the U.S. team adjusted its tactics in time to raise the intensity of its defense, and eventually turned around to win, showing a strong ability to make adjustments.
Ballerina play:
Stars such as Curry and James played well in key moments of the game, showing great individual ability.
