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Derrick White Replaces Kawhi Leonard in Team USA: Olympic Basketball Updates

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Get the latest scoop on Derrick White joining Team USA for the Paris Olympics and the key exhibition game results! 🏀🇺🇸

In the world of basketball, excitement brews as Derrick White from the Boston Celtics steps up to join the 2024 USA Basketball Men's National Team for the Olympic Games in Paris. With Kawhi Leonard withdrawing due to a knee injury, the team dynamics shift, putting the spotlight on White's skills on the court. The USA Basketball journey kicks off with a victory against Canada, showcasing Anthony Davis and Stephen Curry's prowess in a high-energy game.

As Team USA gears up for the Olympics, the anticipation rises with a series of exhibition games lined up, including a face-off against the Houston Rockets' Dillon Brooks. The basketball fever intensifies as fans await the clash between the top talents representing their countries. The decision to replace Leonard with White sparks debates and discussions among basketball enthusiasts, adding an element of intrigue to the upcoming Olympic events.

In a dramatic turn of events, Kawhi Leonard's withdrawal and Derrick White's inclusion create a buzz in the basketball world, amplifying the excitement surrounding Team USA's journey to the Paris Olympics. The strategic moves and player dynamics in the national team set the stage for an action-packed Olympic showdown, drawing attention to the evolving roster and competitive landscape. With the exhibition games setting the tone for the Olympics, the basketball community eagerly awaits the next chapter in the thrilling saga of Team USA's quest for gold.

Exciting fact: Derrick White's elevation to Team USA adds unexpected depth and versatility to the roster, presenting new opportunities for the team's performance in the upcoming Olympics. Another fun fact: The exhibition games serve as a perfect prelude to the main event, fueling the anticipation and setting the stage for intense basketball showdowns on the Parisian court.

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Derrick White Named to 2024 USA Basketball Men's National Team ... (USA Basketball)

Derrick White (Boston Celtics) has been named to the 2024 USA Basketball Men's National Team, which will compete at the Olympic Games Paris 2024, ...

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Derrick White to replace Kawhi Leonard on Team USA's basketball ... (Olympics)

He will be replaced on Team USA by reigning NBA Champion Boston Celtics guard Derrick White. Per a press release, both Team USA and the Clippers reached the ...

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Kawhi Leonard withdraws from USA basketball squad for Paris ... (The Guardian)

Leonard has withdrawn from the roster due to a knee injury. With Kevin Durant also sidelined, the US are down to 10 players for their first exhibition game.

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USA Basketball tops Canada 86-72 in exhibition opener on the road ... (The Associated Press)

For USA Basketball, the road to the Paris Olympics has started with a win. Anthony Davis scored 13 points, Stephen Curry added 12 and the United States ...

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Team USA opens USA Basketball Showcase vs. Canada | NBA.com (NBA.com)

Team USA takes on Canada on Wednesday in the first of five exhibition games ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics.

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Kawhi Leonard is off the U.S. men's basketball Olympic team (The Associated Press)

Derrick White has been named to the U.S. men's basketball team for the Paris Olympics as a replacement for Kawhi Leonard.

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Team USA defeats medal contender Canada in first Olympic ... (USA TODAY)

Team USA started off its exhibition schedule on the right note, defeating medal contender Canada in Las Vegas.

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Team USA Opens USA Basketball Showcase vs. Houston Rockets ... (Sports Illustrated)

Houston Rockets' Dillon Brooks will face NBA peers amid an Olympics showcase between Team USA and Canada.

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USA vs Canada live score updates: Time, TV channel, streaming for ... (Oklahoman.com)

It's the United States vs. Canada in the USA Basketball Showcase tuneup exhibition for the 2024 Paris Olympics on Wednesday night at T-Mobile Arena in Las ...

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Kawhi Leonard withdrawing from Team USA Basketball (Arizona Sports)

Los Angeles Clippers small forward Kawhi Leonard is withdrawing from Team USA Basketball and will not participate in the Paris Olympics.

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Team USA basketball - The biggest takeaways from the exhibition ... (ESPN)

Team USA kicked off its exhibition schedule ahead of the 2024 Olympics with a win over Team Canada. What were the biggest takeaways?

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Why USA Basketball decided to replace Kawhi Leonard on the ... (USA TODAY)

Why USA Basketball decided to replace Kawhi Leonard on the Olympic team ... LAS VEGAS – USA Basketball, in conjunction with the Los Angeles Clippers, made the ...

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USA Basketball tops Canada 86-72 in exhibition opener on the road ... (NBC Chicago)

Anthony Davis scored 13 points, Stephen Curry added 12 and the United States opened its tune-up schedule for the Paris Games by topping Canada 86-72 on...

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Team USA men's basketball cruises past Canada in first look before ... (NBC News)

With former U.S. President Barack Obama sitting courtside, Team USA's Olympic men's basketball team showed why it's favored to win gold in Paris, ...

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Team USA pulls away from Canada in 1st Paris Olympics exhibition ... (NBA.com)

Despite a slow start and some sloppy play, Team USA figures things out and sprinkles in some highlights in an 86-72 victory over Canada.

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Thanks, Obama: USA Basketball survives rust, roster drama in ... (The Washington Post)

With the former president sitting courtside, a star-studded U.S. team beat Canada in its first tune-up before the Paris Olympics.

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Team USA basketball alternates: How does it work if a player gets ... (NBC Chicago)

Here's how alternates will work for the two Team USA basketball squads at the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Yes, Caitlin Clark is reportedly on the list.

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'Kind of can't go wrong': USA Basketball's Olympic depth on display ... (USA TODAY)

Canada, fielding its best Olympic team, felt the onslaught of USA's depth in Wednesday's exhibition game in preparation for the Paris 2024 Games.

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USA Basketball see off Canada in Paris tune-up as Obama watches ... (The Guardian)

Anthony Davis scored 13 points, Stephen Curry added 12 and the United States opened their tune-up schedule for the Paris Olympics by topping Canada.

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For USA Basketball, the Long Road to Paris Gets off to a Good Start (U.S. News & World Report)

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Stephen Curry drove to the basket, laid the ball in, got fouled and ended up on the floor after drawing the contact.

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Team USA shakes off slow start to beat Canada in pre-Olympics ... (Yahoo Sports)

Team USA began its pre-Olympics exhibition tour against arguably its biggest competition for the gold medal. It was an encouraging start.

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For USA Basketball, the long road to Paris gets off to a good start (FOX5 Las Vegas)

The Americans beat ...

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USA Open Showcase with 86-72 Win over Canada - USA Basketball (USA Basketball)

The USA Men's National Team defeated Canada 86-72 on Wednesday night at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The USA's star-studded squad – bound for the Olympic ...

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For USA Basketball, the long road to Paris gets off to a good start (The Associated Press)

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Stephen Curry drove to the basket, laid the ball in, got fouled and ended up on the floor after drawing the contact.

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