Team USA Takes Down South Sudan in Olympic Exhibition Game

James Leads Team USA to Comeback Victory

South Sudan Provides Stiff Competition

In an exhibition game that offered a glimpse into the future of international basketball, Team USA overcame a 16-point deficit to defeat a determined South Sudan squad 101-100 on Saturday.

LeBron James led the way for Team USA with a game-high 25 points, including the winning basket with just seconds remaining. The United States trailed by 16 points in the third quarter but rallied with a dominant performance to claim the victory.

South Sudan, appearing in its first-ever Olympic exhibition game, gave Team USA a scare with its impressive play. The team was led by Wenyen Gabriel, who scored 24 points, and Ater Majok, who added 22 points. Despite the loss, South Sudan showed that it is a rising force in international basketball.