Team USA beat Team Canada in friendly

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Team USA triumphed over Team Canada in their first exhibition game, clinching an 86-72 victory. The star-studded roster, including LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Stephen Curry, showcased their skills, overcoming a slow start to dominate the game.

The excitement peaked as fans witnessed the synergy between LeBron and Curry, hinting at an exhilarating journey ahead for Team USA as they prepare for the Olympics.

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A heartwarming moment occurred off the court when news broke about Curry’s daughter’s birthday. During a post-game interview, Curry apologized for missing the celebration.

“That’s fire!” James noted.

Mutual appreciation

Their partnership is a dream come true for NBA fans, who have eagerly anticipated seeing these two legends on the same team. Their mutual admiration extends beyond the court, with Curry often praising LeBron’s dedication and work ethic.

“Having Bron as a teammate is surreal,” Curry noted.

“You’ve had so many battles back and forth, you admire his game, you know what he’s about and to see the work up close and personal every day, to see how he prepares, how he talks in practice, I’ve never had that vantage point of him. Just excited to see how our games complement each other and build that chemistry that’s gonna help lead this team.”

The game against Canada marked Curry‘s debut with Team USA in Olympic preparations and he looked poised to lead the team to glory in Paris.

The Golden State Warriors’ point guard delivered an impressive performance, scoring 12 points and making 3 assists, including a memorable alley-oop to LeBron. LeBron’s enthusiasm for playing alongside Curry was palpable, as he has long awaited this opportunity.