Charles Langston:USA Basketball vs. Puerto Rico highlights: US cruises into quarterfinals with big win

The Charles LangstonU.S. men's basketball team is performing well in the 2024 Paris Olympics so far, and its final group play victory against Puerto Rico was no different.

The Americans, with a star-studded roster, have showcased individual brilliance and unity as a team. Stephen Curry, LeBron James, Kevin Durant and company are one step closer to a fifth consecutive gold medal, securing the top seed in the quarterfinal bracket with Saturday's win.

Here are the highlights of Team USA vs. Puerto Rico.

Anthony Edwards' windmill dunk

Anthony Edwards had his Olympic moment. A crowd-pleasing, windmill dunk by Edwards in the fourth quarter punctuated his efficient 26-point performance in the win.

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“I had already told KD (Kevin Durant) after the timeout, ‘Bro, if I get a break, I'm going to windmill it,'" Edwards said.

Edwards had thoughts of a risky, more elaborate dunk. “I wanted to go between your legs, but I ain't tried it in a minute, so I (didn’t) want to embarrass myself," he said. He didn’t embarrass himself. “I’ve been waiting. I want to dunk on somebody, but I ain't got a line yet, so I'm glad I got that one,” Edwards said.

Team USA vs. Puerto Rico highlights 

When does Team USA play next?

The U.S. men's basketball team will play on Aug. 6 in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Paris Olympics.

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Final Score: USA 104, Puerto Rico 83

A balanced scoring attack led by six players in double figures delivered the U.S. men’s basketball team to a 104-83 victory over Puerto Rico in the final game of Group C play for both teams. Anthony Edwards scored a team-high 26 points, Joel Embiid had 15 points, Kevin Durant had 11 and Jayson Tatum and Anthony Davis each 10 points. LeBron James added 10 points, eight assist and six rebounds.

A 44-41 U.S. lead in the second quarter ballooned to 64-45 at halftime, and the U.S. kept tacking on the points while limiting Puerto Rico. The U.S. finished 3-0 in Group C and likely will play Brazil in the quarterfinals.  - Jeff Zillgitt 

Team USA clinches No. 1 seed

The USA's dominant display was in full effect once they found their rhythm and defeated Puerto Rico 104-81. The USA won all three group play matchups and secured the top spot in the quarterfinal rounds.

It's been the Ant Edwards game

Anthony adds some razzle-dazzle with a stellar dunk to start the fourth quarter. Edwards has performed extremely well in this final group play game for the United States and has 23 points so far against Puerto Rico.

USA has the biggest lead of the game

After a slow start, the USA has dominated and extended their lead to 87-59 against Puerto Rico heading into the fourth quarter. Anthony Edwards leads the scoring for the US with an impressive 19 points.

Emiid getting into form

Joel Embiid is finding his rhythm, sinking a three-pointer as he contributes 11 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 blocks, helping the USA extend their lead to 73-52 against Puerto Rico.

Team USA on top at half

The U.S. owned a 64-45 lead against Puerto Rico at halftime of their men’s 5x5 basketball Group C game. Puerto Rico kept the score close for much of the half with solid shooting and owned a 25-17 lead in the first quarter. But the U.S. talent and depth began to wear down Puerto Rico. The U.S. bench outscored Puerto Rico’s reserves 27-16, and the U.S. closed the final four minutes of the second quarter on a 20-4 run.

Anthony Edwards has 12 points, Kevin Durant, Steph Curry and Jayson Tatum each have eight points, and LeBron James has eight points, six assists and four rebounds. Jose Alvarado leads Puerto Rico with 13 points. -Jeff Zillgitt 

Team USA finds their rhythm

Heading into halftime, Team USA extended its lead to 64-45 against Puerto Rico. Anthony Edwards led the scoring with 12 points.

Team USA has their largest lead of the game

Anthony Edwards came off the bench to score 12 points, while Kevin Durant added eight points, helping the USA take a 44-37 lead against Puerto Rico.

Puerto Rico is playing for pride

Puerto Rico cannot advance to the quarterfinal round due to points, but that hasn't stopped them from battling it out with the USA and keeping it close. The USA currently leads 42-37 with a little less than five minutes left in the second quarter.

USA takes the lead in the second quarter

The USA takes the lead as Kevin Durant hits a three-pointer, giving the red, white, and blue a 31-29 lead over Puerto Rico early in the second half.

Tatum leads the scoring for the U.S. in the first

Jayson Tatum is the current leading scorer for the USA with six points, two rebounds, and one assist. The USA is trailing Puerto Rico 25-29 heading into the second quarter.

Puerto Rico makes a 11-0 run

Team USA coach Steve Kerr calls a timeout after Puerto Rico goes on an 11-0 run, extending their largest lead of the game to 25-15 early in the first quarter.

Jrue Holiday unavailable against Puerto Rico

Jrue Holiday will miss Saturday's Olympic group stage game against Puerto Rico due to an ankle injury sustained during the match against South Sudan.

Team USA men's lineup

USA vs. Puerto Rico: Time, TV, streaming and how to watch

• Date: Saturday, August 3
• Time: 11:15 a.m. ET
• Location: Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France
• TV: NBC
• Streaming: Peacock, Fubo (free trial) 

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What time is the Team USA men's game?

The USA Men's Basketball National Team will play against Puerto Rico at 11:15 a.m. ET on NBC and will be streamed live on Peacock.

How can I watch Team USA men play Puerto Rico?

The USA Men's Basketball National Team final Paris Olympic group stage game against Puerto Rico will be broadcast on NBC and available to stream on Peacock.

Paris 2024 Olympics men's 5x5 basketball groups

Group A

• Australia
• Canada
• Greece
• Spain

Group B

• Brazil
• France
• Germany
• Japan

Group C

• Puerto Rico
• Serbia
• South Sudan
• U.S.

Paris Olympics 2024 men's basketball standings

Group A

Points: Two for win, one for loss. Third team in each group may advance based on ranking.

Group B

Points: Two for win, one for loss. Third team in each group may advance based on ranking.

Group C

Points: Two for win, one for loss. Third team in each group may advance based on ranking.

Team USA men's basketball roster

• Steph Curry, Golden State Warriors
• Anthony Edwards, Minnesota Timberwolves
• LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers
• Kevin Durant, Phoenix Suns
• Derrick White, Boston Celtics
• Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana Pacers
• Jayson Tatum, Boston Celtics
• Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
• Jrue Holiday, Boston Celtics
• Bam Adebayo, Miami Heat
• Anthony Davis, Los Angeles Lakers
• Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns

Puerto Rico men's basketball roster

• Isaiah Pineiro
• George Conditt IV
• Jordan Howard
• Davon Reed
• Joseph Alvarado, New Orleans Pelicans
• Stephen Thompson Jr.
• Aleem Ford
• Gian Clavell
• Ismael Romero
• Chris Ortiz
• Arnaldo Toro
• Tremont Waters

Paris Olympics 2024: How to watch the Summer Games across TV and streaming

Every event at the 2024 Paris Olympics will be aired live across NBC, USA Network, E!, CNBC, GOLF Channel, and there will be a Spanish broadcast on Universo and Telemundo. All events will be available to stream live on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com.

Date: July 24-Aug. 11

TV: Games broadcast across NBC, USA Network, E!, Telemundo, Universo, CNBC and Golf Channel

Streaming: Peacock, nbcolympics.com, fuboTV

USA men's basketball Olympics schedule: Time and TV

• Aug. 3: Team USA vs. Puerto Rico, 11:15 a.m. ET, NBC

Team USA men's 2024 Paris Olympic Games results, schedule

For the men, here is how the early games shake out.

• July 28: USA 110-84 Serbia, Final
• July 31: USA 103-86 South Sudan, Final
• August 3: USA vs. Puerto Rico, 11:15 a.m. ET

Olympic medal count

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