World Cup, Team USA vs. Brazil: Start time, live stream and more
By Josh Hill
The FIFA World Cup has come and gone, but there is still more World Cup action to be had. Team USA has assembled in Las Vegas to try and win the FIBA World Cup of Basketball and that’s a journey that starts on Saturday night when the American’s travel to play Brazil in an exhibition match to fine tune the squad.
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The rosters have been set for Team USA but the lingering effects of the Paul George injury will be a hot topic as the squad plays it’s first game against someone other than themselves prior to the World Cup tipping off. The Brazilians aren’t a team to be taken lightly either, as they’re a force in the world of basketball and tout some serious talent.
That being said, this will be a nice test to see if Team USA can battle through the loss of not only George but of Kevin Durant, Kevin Love and Blake Griffin, who all dropped out prior to the rosters being set.
So where can can you watch the first match for Team USA in the FIBA World Cup? We have all the information you need to know right here.
Date: Saturday, August 16th
Start Time: 9pm ET
What: Team USA vs. Brazil
TV Channel: ESPN
Live Stream: WatchESPN App
The FIBA World Cup will tip off officially later this month with Team USA poised to make it into the final tournament and to the title match against likely opponent Spain.
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