The US men's basketball team showcased their resilience and talent as they overcame a slow start to defeat Puerto Rico 104-83, securing the No. 1 seed for the knockout rounds in impressive fashion.
Despite trailing 29-25 after the first quarter, the US team rallied and closed the first half with an impressive 18-2 run, taking control of the game and never looking back.
Leading the charge was Anthony Edwards, the dynamic 22-year-old star from the Minnesota Timberwolves, who put up an impressive 26 points to propel his team to victory.
With this win, the US team has set themselves up for a quarterfinal matchup against Brazil scheduled for Tuesday, where they will look to continue their winning streak and advance further in the tournament.
The complete draw for the knockout rounds will be revealed tonight following the final group stage game between Serbia and South Sudan, setting the stage for exciting matchups and intense competition as the tournament progresses.
