The basketball world has been buzzing with excitement as South Sudan made a remarkable debut in the Olympic men's basketball tournament. Despite being a young country, officially established only 13 years ago, South Sudan has already made a significant impact on the international basketball stage.
In their first-ever Olympic men's basketball game, South Sudan secured a convincing 90-79 victory over Puerto Rico, showcasing their talent and determination. This victory comes on the heels of a closely contested warmup game against Team USA, where South Sudan pushed the NBA superstars to the final buzzer.
Despite not having any indoor basketball facilities, the South Sudan team displayed a strong and versatile offense that Puerto Rico struggled to contain. Jose Alvarado's impressive 26-point performance for Puerto Rico was not enough to overcome the collective effort of the South Sudan team.
Next up for the South Sudanese team is a highly anticipated rematch against Team USA on July 31, offering them another opportunity to test their skills against one of the tournament favorites. Following that, they will face off against Serbia on August 3, in what promises to be another exciting matchup.
As the 'Bright Stars' of South Sudan continue to make waves in the basketball world, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how far this young and talented team can go in the Olympic tournament. Stay tuned for more updates on the South Sudan team's journey in Tokyo 2020.
