by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell The USA women’s basketball team defeated an undermanned Angola 90-38 in each squad's second game of the 2012 Olympics. Here are some positives and negatives that come out of the Americans’ dominating performance. The Positives USA's mid-range game wreaks havoc on opposing teams' defensive game plans. It was clear that Angola wanted to apply … [Read more...] about USA women throttle Angola 90-38: the positives and negatives
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Team USA defeats France 98-71: the positives and negatives
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell The 2012 USA Olympic men's basketball team won its opening game in pool play against the Tony Parker-led French national team today 98-71. Here are some positives and negatives that come out of the Americans' debut in Pool A. The Positives LeBron James can play like "Magic" and get away with it. Unlike his time with the Cavs or even this … [Read more...] about Team USA defeats France 98-71: the positives and negatives
FIBA 2010: USA Remains Its Own Biggest Challenger
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell I know it's already been said, but... Team USA's toughest opponent in winning the 2010 FIBA World Championship will be itself. That's not to suggest that Turkey, Argentina, Brazil, Spain or even China don't possess the wherewithal to defeat the Americans, but rather that Coach K's squad possess a few defensive flaws that may make it susceptible on … [Read more...] about FIBA 2010: USA Remains Its Own Biggest Challenger