After Team USA came in fourth place in the 2023 FIBA World Cup over the summer, numerous NBA stars who didn’t play appear to be considering taking part in next year’s Olympics. Lakers star LeBron James is reportedly one star who is “ready to commit” to playing in Paris next summer, but he is not alone.
In order for American stars to agree to play on the national team, some players will have to take roles that are less than what they’re typically used to in the NBA. Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma questioned whether players can “be cool with defending and going to the corner for a few possessions.”
In response, Suns guard Devin Booker had a very simple answer that showed his willingness to take a lesser role — while also seemingly hinting at the idea of potentially joining LeBron and company at the Olympics.
