LeBron James and Stephen Curry join forces on USA Basketball’s Paris Olympics roster for the first time

Get ready for the 2024 Paris Olympics this summer as USA Basketball assembles its top men’s roster to compete on the global stage.

LeBron James is making his fourth Olympic appearance, while Stephen Curry is set to make his debut. Nine other players have been confirmed for the 12-man roster of American basketball stars, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. The final roster spot is still open as Team USA finalizes their selection.

The United States men’s national basketball team has a history of Olympic success, winning four consecutive gold medals and seven out of the last eight. Despite this, USA Basketball recognizes the increasing competition globally and the importance of putting together a strong roster.

After a disappointing fourth-place finish in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, USA Basketball is eager to redeem themselves at the Paris Olympics. The team is looking to showcase some of the greatest basketball players in their final international appearance.

Here is the projected starting lineup for USA Basketball at the 2024 Olympics:

USA Basketball 2024 Olympics projected starting lineup

C Joel Embiid: The Philadelphia 76ers star, born in Cameroon and now a US citizen, will be making his Olympic debut.

F LeBron James: A legendary player returning for his fourth Olympics, showcasing his enduring talent on the global stage.

F Kevin Durant: The sharpshooter aiming for his fourth Olympic gold medal.

F Jayson Tatum: A rising star from the Boston Celtics with versatile skills.

G Stephen Curry: The greatest shooter of all time ready to shine at the Olympics.

The rest of the Team USA men’s basketball roster

C Anthony Davis: Providing defensive strength and size off the bench.

C Bam Adebayo: A versatile big man offering different defensive options.

G Anthony Edwards: A young star with explosive athleticism and scoring ability.

G Devin Booker: A reliable scorer and playmaker for the team.

G Jrue Holiday: A veteran guard known for his defensive prowess.

G Tyrese Haliburton: A talented point guard with strong passing and shooting skills.

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The men’s basketball competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics will be held from July 27 to August 10, with Team USA competing in Group C alongside Serbia.