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Photo: Tyrese Haliburton (Instagram) Tyrese Haliburton recently achieved a childhood dream by winning a gold medal alongside his idol, LeBron James , at the 2024 Olympics with Team USA. Haliburton shared a heartwarming post on X (formerly Twitter) showing old photos his mom had sent him, where he wore LeBron jerseys as a kid.  One of the pictures even shows a young Haliburton standing with LeBron, both proudly displaying their Olympic medals. Photo: Tyrese Haliburton (Instagram) He also posted a throwback photo of himself wearing a Kevin Durant Team USA jersey, paired with a recent shot of him standing on the court with Durant before a game in Paris. Haliburton was just three years old when LeBron was drafted as the No. 1 pick in 2003, and ten when Durant first played for Team USA in 2010. Now, he’s played and won with both of these basketball legends. my mom sent me these pics this morning, life crazy lol pic.twitter.com/nYJMM3PdKb — Tyrese Haliburton (@TyHaliburton22) August 13...

Photo: Instagram/Kevin Durant Kevin Durant emphasized the importance of teamwork after Team USA's 103-86 victory over South Sudan, securing a 2-0 record in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Durant praised Joel Embiid and Jayson Tatum for accepting their bench roles without complaint. Coach Steve Kerr adjusted the lineup to better match South Sudan's style, with Anthony Davis starting and Bam Adebayo excelling off the bench, leading the team with 18 points. Photo: Instagram/Kevin Durant Joel Embiid, the reigning NBA MVP, didn't play, a strategic decision Kerr explained was based on matchups. Durant, LeBron James , and other players all contributed to the win, showcasing Team USA's depth. USA Basketball's Kevin Durant on the DNP-CDs for Jayson Tatum & Joel Embiid: "Last game, we had a champion and an all-NBA guy not play any minutes, and tonight we had an MVP not play any minutes. They didn’t complain. We had guys who stepped up and filled those roles perfectly....

Photo: Instagram/Steve Kerr Team USA's coach, Steve Kerr , explained why stars like Joel Embiid and Jayson Tatum didn’t play in some Olympic games. Kerr's choices showed the team’s depth. In their 103-86 win over South Sudan, Embiid didn't play. Earlier, in a 110-84 win over Serbia, Tatum and Tyrese Haliburton sat out. Kerr called this roster an "embarrassment of riches." The team has many stars, including champions and Hall of Famers. Kerr's strategy changes based on the opponent. Against Serbia, he wanted all three centers, including Embiid, to counter Nikola Jokic . Against South Sudan, he chose quicker players to match their speed. Kerr doesn't focus on social media commentary about lineup choices. His goal is simple: win the gold medal. Kevin Durant supported Kerr, saying the team’s talent allows for flexibility. Embiid and Jrue Holiday will return to the starting lineup against Puerto Rico in their final group game. Photo: Instagram/Steve Kerr T...

Photo: Instagram/Jayson Tatum Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum was benched during Team USA's 110-84 win over Serbia on July 28. After the game, Team USA head coach Steve Kerr admitted he felt like an "idiot" for not playing Tatum, a key NBA player. Kerr then put Tatum in the starting lineup for Team USA's game against South Sudan on Wednesday. In the match against South Sudan, Team USA won 103-86. Tatum scored four points and grabbed five rebounds in 17 minutes of play. After getting the chance to play, Tatum shared his thoughts on being benched in the first game. "You win a championship, new contract, NBA 2K25, Sports Illustrated... So, after all of this, it's definitely a humbling experience," Tatum said. Photo: Instagram/Jayson Tatum Tatum recently won his first NBA title with the Celtics and signed a five-year, $315 million contract extension. He is also the cover athlete for NBA 2K25. Despite his star status, Tatum had to take a backseat against S...

Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid Team USA won their second men's basketball game of the 2024 Paris Olympics on Wednesday, beating South Sudan 103–86. Jayson Tatum started for the first time in this Olympics, replacing Joel Embiid in the lineup. Embiid, a star player for the Philadelphia 76ers, did not play at all in the game. After the game, USA coach Steve Kerr explained why Embiid sat out. Kerr said the lineup used was better suited for South Sudan's speed. Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid Kerr mentioned that Embiid will be back in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Puerto Rico. In the first game against Serbia, Embiid started but played only 11 minutes, scoring four points and getting three fouls. Those were his only minutes so far in Paris, but that will change on Saturday. Steve Kerr said he Joel Embiid received DNP-CD against South Sudan because USA wanted to better match up with their team speed. - Kerr will start LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Devin Booker, Jr...

Photo: Instagram/Tyrese Haliburton Tyrese Haliburton, the Indiana Pacers' standout player, expressed frustration over the NBA's recently implemented 65-game threshold for postseason awards, labeling it a "stupid rule."  The talented guard, who recently signed a lucrative five-year, $204.5 million contract extension, is at risk of missing out on an additional $41 million if he falls short of the league's demanding participation criteria. Haliburton, enjoying a breakout season and earning an All-Star starter nod, faced setbacks with a hamstring injury that sidelined him for a significant portion of the Pacers' recent games. Photo: Instagram/Tyrese Haliburton The new policy mandates players to log over 20 minutes in 65 games to qualify for any postseason accolade, putting Haliburton on a tight schedule to maintain his All-NBA aspirations. Under the Rose rule, making an All-NBA team would allow Haliburton to secure up to 30% of the salary cap, translating to the p...

Photo: Instagram/Damian Lillard Damian Lillard has expressed his respect for Tyrese Haliburton's replication of his famous "Dame Time" celebration during the Pacers' recent victory over the Bucks. In response to a question about Haliburton's celebratory actions, Lillard, aged 33, acknowledged the move from Indiana's star point guard but issued a cautionary note about the importance of humility. Lillard, known for his own timely celebrations, emphasized that he couldn't be upset when someone else emulates him, seeing it as a sign of respect for his history and achievements. Photo: Instagram/Damian Lillard Speaking to Rob Lopez of FanDuel, Lillard stated, “I’ve also known that when you’re having your moment, it’s important to be careful and be humble... because you just never know how the table turns and when it’s gonna turn." Despite Haliburton's jab at him after draining a late three-pointer, Lillard remained composed, emphasizing the significanc...

Photo: Instagram/LeBron James LeBron James , the prominent figure of the Los Angeles Lakers, utilized Instagram as a platform to applaud both Austin Reaves , his fellow Lakers teammate, and Tyrese Haliburton, the Indiana Pacers guard, for a remarkable Team USA photograph. Expressing his admiration for Team USA's endeavors in preparation for the upcoming FIBA World Cup, James was particularly thrilled by the exuberant display put forth by Austin Reaves and Tyrese Haliburton following their triumphant closure against Team Germany in an exhibition match. This event prompted James to take to social media and acknowledge the two promising young athletes. The captivating image captured Tyrese Haliburton's exultant reaction as Austin Reaves executed a powerful slam dunk that effectively concluded Team USA's victory over Germany. "Y'all TOUGH this one!!!" LeBron on Tyrese Haliburton's celebration of Austin Reaves' game-sealing dunk vs. Germany 😂 (via @KingJam...

Photo: Instagram/Damian Lillard  Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers won the 3-Point Contest at the NBA All-Star Weekend in Utah. Lillard became the first Trail Blazers player in history to win the competition thanks to some impressive shooting over two rounds. He scored 26 points in the first round, wearing his old Weber State jersey, which helped him advance to the finals. Photo: Instagram/Damian Lillard  Lillard faced off against Tyrese Haliburton and Buddy Hield of the Indiana Pacers in the final round. To win, he needed to score 26 points, and he did so on the final shot. This was Lillard's third time competing in the event, and he is now retiring as a champion. Other players who did not make it past the first round include Jayson Tatum, Julius Randle, Kevin Huerter, Tyler Herro, and Lauri Markkanen. Lillard's victory cements his status as one of the best shooters in the league. After his win, Lillard expressed his relief at finally winning and said he wanted to...