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NBALaMarcus Aldridge follows Steph Curry's lead, won't play in 2016 Olympics in Rio

On the same day Steph Curry withdrew his name from consideration for the U.S. Men’s national team, LaMarcus Aldridge has done the same, according to ESPN’s Marc Stein. Aldridge has apparently cited a hand and finger injury as the primary reason for his withdrawal from the Olympic games in Rio. Aldridge has never represented his country in […]

NBASteph Curry decides not to play in Rio Olympics with Team USA

Stephen Curry has revealed his plans for the offseason once the NBA Finals are history and players are on vacation. Monday morning, Curry announced that he will officially not be participating in this summer’s Olympic Games held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The reigning two-time MVP, Curry was all but guaranteed a spot on Team […]

Indiana PacersPaul George will give 2016 Olympic squad a shot

Indiana Pacers star Paul George is having a year that’s shaping up to be a great one. Yesterday, he was revealed as the new NBA 2k coverboy, and now he has decided to attempt to re-join Team USA for this summer’s Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Prior to the 2015-2016 season, George suffered a horrific […]

NBAJohn Wall undergoes knee surgery, puts Olympics in doubt

There is good news and bad news for Washington Wizards All-Star point guard John Wall. The good news is that his left knee surgery went well, and he’s expected to return for the beginning of next season. The bad news? He’s probably going to miss out on the Olympics as a result. According to the Associated […]

NBACarmelo Anthony addresses whether he will play for Team USA at the Olympics

The Summer 2016 Rio Olympic Games are only a few months away and Team USA basketball has high expectations after winning gold in the last couple of Olympic Games. Carmelo Anthony was a participant in both of Team USA’s last gold medals and averaged 16.3 points a game. As the games draw closer and closer, […]

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