Team USA Faces Australia in Pre-Olympics Tune-up

Exhibition Matchup Set for Monday

United States seeks victory against Tokyo Bronze Medalists

Team USA, the reigning Olympic champions, will face a formidable challenge on Monday in an exhibition matchup against Australia, the bronze medalists from the 2020 Tokyo Games.

The game, part of the USA Basketball Showcase, will serve as a crucial tune-up for Team USA ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Americans have compiled a 3-1 record against the Australians in pre-Olympic tour settings since 1992.

Australia is expected to field a strong team led by Patty Mills, who scored 22 points and played a key role in the Boomers' victory over the United States in 2020. The Australians will be looking to build on that momentum and pose a serious threat to Team USA.

The game is scheduled to start at 11 am ET and will be broadcast live on ESPN. It promises to be a highly competitive and entertaining contest that will provide valuable insights into both teams' preparations for the upcoming Olympics.