Team USA is just two wins away from a fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal, and a familiar opponent is standing in its way.
For the third time in a three-week span, the Americans will take on Serbia. This matchup — a semifinal clash on Thursday afternoon — carries the highest stakes, with the winner advancing to play France or Germany in the gold medal game on Saturday.
On Tuesday, Team USA dispatched upstart Brazil, 122-87. Devin Booker (18 points) was one of six Americans in double figures.
Serbia is formidable, having erased a 24-point deficit to stun Australia in Tuesday's quarterfinal matchup. Three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic notched 21 points and 14 rebounds in the 95-90 overtime victory.
Here is everything that you need to know about Thursday's semifinal contest between Team USA and Serbia, including the start time for the game.
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What time is USA vs. Serbia basketball today?
- Date: Thursday, Aug. 8
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
The semifinal matchup between Team USA and Serbia will begin at 3 p.m. ET on Thursday, Aug. 8. The game will be played at Bercy Arena in Paris.
What channel is USA vs. Serbia basketball on today?
- TV channel: USA Network
- Live stream: Fubo | Peacock
Thursday's game between Team USA and Serbia will air live on USA Network.
Fans can stream the game on Peacock, as well as Fubo , which is currently offering a free trial.
Team USA Olympic basketball schedule 2024
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV channel/Live stream |
|---|
| July 28 | USA 110, Serbia 84 | — | — |
| July 31 | USA 103, South Sudan 86 | — | — |
| Aug. 3 | USA 104, Puerto Rico 83 | — | — |
| Aug. 6 | USA 122, Brazil 87 | — | — |
| Aug. 8 | USA vs. Serbia | 3 p.m. | USA, Fubo , Peacock |
USA Olympic men's basketball roster
| Name | Team |
|---|
| Bam Adebayo | Miami Heat |
| Devin Booker | Phoenix Suns |
| Stephen Curry | Golden State Warriors |
| Anthony Davis | Los Angeles Lakers |
| Kevin Durant | Phoenix Suns |
| Anthony Edwards | Minnesota Timberwolves |
| Joel Embiid | Philadelphia 76ers |
| Tyrese Haliburton | Indiana Pacers |
| Jrue Holiday | Boston Celtics |
| LeBron James | Los Angeles Lakers |
| Jayson Tatum | Boston Celtics |
| Derrick White | Boston Celtics |
USA Olympic men's basketball coaching staff
| Name | Team |
|---|
| Steve Kerr | Golden State Warriors |
| Mark Few | Gonzaga University |
| Tyronn Lue | Los Angeles Clippers |
| Erik Spoelstra | Miami Heat |
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