Team USA

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Team USA Drama: From Kawhi Leonard's Withdrawal to Derrick White's Surprising Entry

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Discover the juicy details of Team USA's basketball journey, from unexpected replacements to cryptic messages, and the road to Paris 2024 Olympics.

Team USA's basketball journey has been filled with surprises and drama leading up to the 2024 Olympics in Paris. The unexpected withdrawal of Kawhi Leonard from the team due to a knee issue stirred speculation and paved the way for Derrick White, from the Boston Celtics, to join the national team. Despite the setback, Team USA managed to defeat Canada in an exhibition match, thanks to Anthony Davis's stellar performance off the bench.

The selection process for alternates in the Team USA basketball squads raised curiosity, with reports suggesting the inclusion of Caitlin Clark in the 2024 Olympics roster. Derrick White expressed gratitude for earning a spot on Team USA, following his recent NBA title win with the Celtics, aiming for Olympic gold in Paris. The team faced challenges as Celtics star Jaylen Brown's exclusion triggered rumors, including a cryptic social media post from him.

On the Paralympic front, Abbas Karimi's journey from the Refugee Team to Team USA showcases the power of resilience and determination in sports. With Kawhi Leonard's departure, Derrick White's role in the team gains importance, highlighting the ever-evolving dynamics of elite basketball competitions like the Olympics. As the excitement builds for the Paris 2024 Olympics, Team USA's roster continues to be a topic of intrigue within the basketball community.

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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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Even without Kawhi Leonard, Team USA defeats Canada in exhibition (Los Angeles Times)

After Kawhi Leonard is sent home because of his knee, Anthony Davis comes off the bench for a double-double as Team USA beat Canada.

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

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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Derrick White thankful and grateful to earn a spot on Team USA (CBS Boston)

Derrick White is less than a month removed from helping the Celtics win an NBA title, and will now try to help Team USA win Olympic gold in Paris.

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NBA star's cryptic message after Team USA forced into late Olympic ... (Fox Sports)

Celtics superstar Jaylen Brown has turned heads with a cryptic post after Team USA were forced to replaced a player on their 12-man roster.

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Image courtesy of "TeamUSA.org"

From The Refugee Team To Team USA, Abbas Karimi Can Sleep ... (TeamUSA.org)

The night before the U.S. Paralympic Team Trials began, Abbas Karimi could barely sleep. The Tokyo Paralympian said he was in the best shape of his life ...

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Kawhi Leonard Withdraws From Team USA, Derrick White Named ... (Forbes)

Kawhi Leonard withdrew from Team USA competition on Wednesday. Derrick White will be his replacement as Leonard uses this summer to get his right knee fully ...

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Was Jaylen Brown left off Team USA because of Nike? Grant Hill ... (CBS News)

Team USA executive director Grant Hill denied speculation that NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown was left off of the Olympic team because of the Celtics star's ...

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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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Kawhi Leonard withdraws from Team USA, Derrick White will play in ... (NBC Southern California)

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard won't play for Team USA in the Paris Olympics, leaving an open roster spot that reportedly will be filled by Derrick White.

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Team USA's call on Kawhi Leonard, Derrick White, Grant Hill says ... (ESPN Australia)

Executive director Grant Hill said the decision to send Kawhi Leonard home from training camp and replace him with Derrick White for the upcoming Olympics ...

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