Edwards was on fire early in his first game as a starter for the U.S. Olympic squad.
that he’s “still the No. 1 option” on the loaded USA Olympic men’s basketball team that will head to Paris later this month. “They’ve got to fit in around me,” the 22-year-old said of teammates like LeBron James, Steph Curry and Joel Embiid. The quote, delivered with Edwards’ trademark confidence, may have been a bit playful in the win.Through two exhibition games, it appears Edwards is going to have a major role on this star-studded team when the Olympics roll around.
Next up for Ant and the U.S. is another Showcase game in Abu Dhabi against Serbia on Wednesday. After that, they’ll play two more exhibition games in London before heading to Paris to begin their quest for Gold.
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