USA edges past South Sudan in thrilling Olympic exhibition

Team USA overcomes 16-point deficit

Team USA survived a scare on Monday, rallying from a 16-point deficit to defeat South Sudan 101-100 in an Olympic exhibition game. The South Sudanese, who were playing in their first-ever Olympic exhibition game, stunned Team USA with a dominant first half, shooting 57% from the field and building a 16-point lead in the second quarter. But after a slow start, Team USA found its rhythm in the second half, led by LeBron James' 22 points and 8 rebounds. James hit the go-ahead layup with just 8 seconds remaining to secure the win for the Americans.

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Despite the slow start, Team USA showed its resilience and determination in the second half, and the victory will give the team a much-needed boost of confidence heading into the Olympics. South Sudan, meanwhile, can be proud of their performance against one of the world's top teams, and the experience will be invaluable for the young team as they continue to develop.

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The South Sudanese had several players who impressed against Team USA, including Thon Maker, who had 21 points and 10 rebounds, and Luol Deng, who added 18 points. Deng, who was born in Sudan but became a British citizen in 2006, has been a vocal critic of the Sudanese government and has used his platform to speak out against human rights abuses in the country.

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The victory over Team USA is a major milestone for South Sudan, which gained independence from Sudan in 2011. The country has faced many challenges since gaining independence, but basketball has been a source of hope and unity for the people of South Sudan.

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The South Sudanese team is a young and talented group, and they have the potential to be a force in international basketball in the years to come. The team's performance against Team USA was a testament to their hard work and dedication, and it will be exciting to see what they can accomplish in the future.

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LeBron James is widely considered to be one of the greatest basketball players of all time, and he proved his worth once again in the win over South Sudan. James was the driving force behind Team USA's comeback, and his go-ahead layup with just 8 seconds remaining was a thing of beauty. James' performance was a reminder of why he is one of the most respected and feared players in the world, and it will be exciting to see what he can accomplish in the Olympics.