“They said two legends couldn’t coexist!” – Kevin Durant and LeBron James lead Team USA to dominant first half against Serbia

With Durant and James leading the charge, Team USA is off to a strong start in their Olympic campaign.

“They said two legends couldn’t coexist!” – Kevin Durant and LeBron James lead Team USA to dominant first half against Serbia

Kevin Durant and LeBron James

Kevin Durant and LeBron James stole the show in the first half of Team USA’s Group C opener against Serbia at the Paris Olympics. Durant, who missed all five exhibition games due to a calf injury, returned with a bang, scoring 21 points on a perfect 8/8 shooting from the field and 5/5 from three-point range.

LeBron James, meanwhile, was equally impressive, shooting 5/5 from the field with 12 points, five assists, and three rebounds. The two veterans combined for 33 of Team USA’s 58 points, leading the team to a 58-49 halftime advantage.

The Slim Reaper’s return, as told by his agent, was seamless, and he showed no signs of rust despite his prolonged absence. His final basket of the half, a fading jumper at the buzzer, capped off a masterful shooting performance.

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Team USA coach Steve Kerr confirmed that KD would not be on a minute restriction, and the Phoenix Suns star made the most of his playing time. With Durant and James leading the charge, Team USA is off to a strong start in their Olympic campaign.

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Fans react to Kevin Durant and LeBron James’ explosive first performance 

Team USA made a strong statement in their 2024 Olympics opener, defeating Serbia 110-84. LeBron James and Kevin Durant led the charge, with James finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds, and 9 assists, and Durant finished with 23 points.

Their performance was enough to cause a frenzy on social media:

The team’s three-point shooting was a key factor, with Team USA hitting 25-of-37 attempts from beyond the arc. Team USA’s dominant performance has fans excited and dreaming of another gold medal, with the combination of veteran leadership and sharpshooting prowess making them a formidable force in the tournament.

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