Team USA Men Basketball beat South Sudan 103-86 on Wednesday in an Olympic group-stage game in Villeneuve-D’Ascq, France.
The Americans improved to 2-0 in Group C with the win, clinching a spot in the quarterfinals next week.
This was the second game of group play for Team USA.
In its first game, Team USA earned a 110-84 victory over Serbia powered by Durant’s incredibly efficient 23 points.
Durant went 8-for-9 from the field, including 5-of-5 from three-point range. James had 21 points, seven rebounds, and nine assists in the win as well.
South Sudan won its opener 90-79 over Puerto Rico. Carlik Jones – who became the first player to record a triple-double against Team USA in that close showcase game – posted a team-high 19 points in the opening win
