In their quest for a fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal in men's basketball, Team USA showcased an impressive start at the 2024 Summer Games in Paris. Following a challenging exhibition match against South Sudan, where the Americans faced stiff competition, the team seemed fully focused for their opening group game on Sunday. Team USA delivered a stellar performance, defeating a strong Serbia team led by NBA star Nikola Jokić with a final score of 110-84.

The confidence gained from their close match against Team USA clearly propelled South Sudan to success in their Olympic debut. The Bright Stars secured a notable victory in their first game, triumphing over Puerto Rico with a 90-79 win. This victory highlighted the growing strength of South Sudan in the basketball arena, a fact that Team USA, including key figures like Curry, Kerr, and their veteran superstars, were already well aware of.

In the triumph against Serbia, Team USA leaned heavily on their experienced players. Kevin Durant played a crucial role, leading the team in scoring with 23 points on an impressive 8-of-9 shooting performance coming off the bench. LeBron James also made a significant impact, contributing 21 points, nine assists, and seven rebounds. Stephen Curry added to the team's success, finishing with 11 points, three assists, and three rebounds as one of six Americans with double figures in scoring.

With their sights set on securing a spot in the quarterfinals, Team USA will face South Sudan at 3 p.m. ET on Wednesday. The upcoming matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams aim to continue their winning momentum at the Paris 2024 Olympics.