Despite the question marks surrounding the Tokyo Olympics, the U.S. team has announced its wide squad ahead of the Games. Of these, 12 will be selected for the final roster.
“With the postponement of the Tokyo Olympics from 2020 to 2021, it is important that we continue to remain flexible and examine all the players who can contribute to our efforts to place the best American team possible,” said Jerry Colangelo, who has served as the U.S. delegation since 2005. It is usually critical because of the uncertainty we face. ”
The list of new players, besides those mentioned, includes Jarrett Allen (Cleveland), Eric Gordon (Houston), Jeremy Grant (Detroit), Jero Holiday (Milwaukee), Dandra Jordan (Brooklyn), Zack Levin (Chicago), Jelius Randall (New York Knicks), Duncan Robinson (Miami), Mitchell Robinson (New York Knicks), Fred Van Wallit (Toronto) and Christian Wood (Houston).
Existing players include LeBron James (Lakers), Bradley Bill and Russell Westbrook (Washington), Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden (Brooklyn), Steph Kerry and Raymond Green (Golden State), Anthony Davis (Lakers), Paul George and Kwai Leonard (Clippers), Devin Booker (Phoenix), Jaylen Brown and Jason Taitum (Boston), Damien Lillard (Portland) and many other stars. The full list is in front of you >>
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