LeBron James Leads Team USA to Victory Over Germany in Final Pre-Olympic Showcase
USA vs GERMANY Team USA Concludes Pre-Olympic Tour with 92-88 Victory against Germany Before assuming the honor of carrying the American flag at Friday’s opening ceremony in Paris, LeBron James showcased his leadership on the basketball court, guiding Team USA to a hard-fought 92-88 triumph over Germany in their last exhibition game in London.
James displayed his clutch performance by scoring the final 11 points for Team USA in a closely contested match against the reigning World Cup champions. This victory capped off Team USA’s exhibition tour with an undefeated 5-0 record, demonstrating their resilience against formidable opponents throughout.
In addition to James’ standout performance with 20 points, Joel Embiid contributed 15 points, Stephen Curry added 13, and Anthony Edwards chipped in with 11. Reflecting on the game, James emphasized the team’s ability to stay composed and persevere, particularly in critical moments against tough competition.
Germany, led by Franz Wagner’s 18 points, Andreas Obst’s 14 points, and Dennis Schroder’s double-double of 13 points and 10 assists, posed a strong challenge throughout the game. Daniel Theis and Moritz Wagner also made significant contributions with 13 and 12 points, respectively.
Despite facing adversity in several games during their exhibition matches, including close encounters with Canada, Australia, and South Sudan, Team USA maintained their focus and unity heading into the Paris Olympics. Stephen Curry expressed confidence in the team’s preparedness to perform under pressure, highlighting their diverse experiences and challenges that have strengthened their resolve.
With their final exhibition game now concluded, Team USA is poised to deliver when it matters most on the Olympic stage, aiming to capture gold in basketball once again.