Tokyo 2020 Men's Olympics Basketball Tournament

[ILuckyGuyI]

My predictions for the semi final games are like this:

USA - Australia
France - Slovenia

I don't think that Australia would be able to resist to USA. Durant would probably be the player of the game again and USA would win it easily.

When it comes to the other game, it's going to be really tough as both of these teams are very powerful. But I see Slovenia as one step ahead. I think that we will watch a very close game but Slovenia will be the winner at the end. I expect another great performance from Doncic and Dragic.

[wheelz1200]

My predictions for the semi final games are like this:

USA - Australia
France - Slovenia

I don't think that Australia would be able to resist to USA. Durant would probably be the player of the game again and USA would win it easily.

Australia is not an easy opponent and we know that team USA is not that strong because only Durant plays the best game so far and if they didn’t step up, Australia will have a chance to win though of course USA have more pride here after defeating a world champion Spain team, this is an exciting game. My prediction would be USA and FRANCE in the finals, that could be more fun.

I agree Australia won't be an easy game.  Australia gives different looks and plays the US well.  Ultimately I think the US smells blood here and turns it up a notch.  Would guess Durant goes for 30 and controls the game throughout.  He is just a match up nightmare for any team.  But as Durant/Lillard goes so does the US.  Also think France will take out Slovenia for a US France gold match up.  Either way I hope these last couple games are a good watch.

[Baofeng]

My predictions for the semi final games are like this:

USA - Australia
France - Slovenia

I don't think that Australia would be able to resist to USA. Durant would probably be the player of the game again and USA would win it easily.

Australia is not an easy opponent and we know that team USA is not that strong because only Durant plays the best game so far and if they didn’t step up, Australia will have a chance to win though of course USA have more pride here after defeating a world champion Spain team, this is an exciting game. My prediction would be USA and FRANCE in the finals, that could be more fun.

I agree, Australia will be a tough battle for the US, I think they are also one of the favourites to win in this  Olympics. They are lead by Patty Mills, so this will be an interesting battle. They've so far covered the spread, they are -8.5 against Argentina and we all know by now what the score is. So for basketball fans, this is a must see games, USA vs Australia.

[Twinkledoe]

My predictions for the semi final games are like this:

USA - Australia
France - Slovenia

I don't think that Australia would be able to resist to USA. Durant would probably be the player of the game again and USA would win it easily.

Australia is not an easy opponent and we know that team USA is not that strong because only Durant plays the best game so far and if they didn’t step up, Australia will have a chance to win though of course USA have more pride here after defeating a world champion Spain team, this is an exciting game. My prediction would be USA and FRANCE in the finals, that could be more fun.

I agree, Australia will be a tough battle for the US, I think they are also one of the favourites to win in this  Olympics. They are lead by Patty Mills, so this will be an interesting battle. They've so far covered the spread, they are -8.5 against Argentina and we all know by now what the score is. So for basketball fans, this is a must see games, USA vs Australia.

And if you got lucky, the odds for Australia is about 6.25 and betted on them. That would be a very handsome profit. Because betting on USA is not really worth it as the odds is only at 1.13. But of course, a lot are rooting for US here. We will see a very good battle inside the court.

[aioc]

I agree, Australia will be a tough battle for the US, I think they are also one of the favourites to win in this  Olympics. They are lead by Patty Mills, so this will be an interesting battle. They've so far covered the spread, they are -8.5 against Argentina and we all know by now what the score is. So for basketball fans, this is a must see games, USA vs Australia.

Australia have beaten the US team in their exhibition match, although it's a good win and boosted their morale but it's no bearing now this is Olympic and the US team is now blending well and Keven Durant and the rest of the team are showing their deadly form outside, I see Australia as the highly motivated team here because they have not won a gold medal and this is their big chance.

[danherbias07]

I agree, Australia will be a tough battle for the US, I think they are also one of the favourites to win in this  Olympics. They are lead by Patty Mills, so this will be an interesting battle. They've so far covered the spread, they are -8.5 against Argentina and we all know by now what the score is. So for basketball fans, this is a must see games, USA vs Australia.

It's a blowout game for Argentina but that's because they made a big mess shooting outside without accuracy. Then, they just keep on losing the ball forcing the inside plays that was well defended by the Boomers.
But, I don't think it is still enough to win against USA. They already found their rhythm unlike their first 2 games. Durant is getting more comfortable with his outside shots. Pick and roll and ball rotation is better. Jrue Holiday again (Bucks) will be the key here if he can lock Patty Mills giving the Boomers a difficult time to find their offensive man.

[Ratash]

My predictions for the semi final games are like this:

USA - Australia
France - Slovenia

I don't think that Australia would be able to resist to USA. Durant would probably be the player of the game again and USA would win it easily.

When it comes to the other game, it's going to be really tough as both of these teams are very powerful. But I see Slovenia as one step ahead. I think that we will watch a very close game but Slovenia will be the winner at the end. I expect another great performance from Doncic and Dragic.

Yes i think so the usa and slovenia are both the favorable to pass but still australia team might cause them problems they are good and passed easily against argentina as for slovenia and france it will be tough for both but i will go with slovenia and i have a feeling that they can win even the gold medal.

[Kasabus]

My predictions for the semi final games are like this:

USA - Australia
France - Slovenia

I don't think that Australia would be able to resist to USA. Durant would probably be the player of the game again and USA would win it easily.

When it comes to the other game, it's going to be really tough as both of these teams are very powerful. But I see Slovenia as one step ahead. I think that we will watch a very close game but Slovenia will be the winner at the end. I expect another great performance from Doncic and Dragic.

Yes i think so the usa and slovenia are both the favorable to pass but still australia team might cause them problems they are good and passed easily against argentina as for slovenia and france it will be tough for both but i will go with slovenia and i have a feeling that they can win even the gold medal.

Let's see, but the biggest opponent of the USA now is France as they lose in the opening, so if USA will win and France will win, this will be a good battle for the Gold and personally, I would put my bet on France as I'm looking for an upset.

[Reid]

Let's see, but the biggest opponent of the USA now is France as they lose in the opening, so if USA will win and France will win, this will be a good battle for the Gold and personally, I would put my bet on France as I'm looking for an upset.

It's a different USA team now unlike how they played with France the first time.
I would not put that kind of history basis if you are really trying to bet for them.
First, they will have to go thru Slovenia and it will be a hell of a fight for that team ain't weak. Even if they try to defend Luka hard, the other players are stepping up like Dragic and Cancar.
If I am lucky I might win my bet for Slovenia as winners minus USA.

[Yaunfitda]

Let's see, but the biggest opponent of the USA now is France as they lose in the opening, so if USA will win and France will win, this will be a good battle for the Gold and personally, I would put my bet on France as I'm looking for an upset.

It's a different USA team now unlike how they played with France the first time.
I would not put that kind of history basis if you are really trying to bet for them.
First, they will have to go thru Slovenia and it will be a hell of a fight for that team ain't weak. Even if they try to defend Luka hard, the other players are stepping up like Dragic and Cancar.
If I am lucky I might win my bet for Slovenia as winners minus USA.

Base now on the betting odds, Slovenia is the slight favorite, so it's good if we can bet early to take advantage of the odds. It will be a close game definitely, we all know that even good defenders in NBA are having a hard time to contain Luka and he can also spot an open team mates. So most likely it will be USA vs Slovenia for the finals for me.

[TheGreatPython]

Found nice image on FIBA page:

End of era of two legends. We enjoyed watching them playing for maybe 20 years. It's sad that this day come, but that's life

Awwww this is a very good picture . It just reminds me of the old days when they were both amazing. I remember just 5 years ago or so I was in a NBA2K league and played with people and Scola was one of my best bench players, he played a decent minute at PF for me and I usually put him on the corners because he was so smooth shooting from corner threes and it was so much fun because nobody expected that from 35 year old Scola but dude was a hidden gem that played at the wrong era, if he was a number four (even a center at the current situation because people play small ball) that would basically make him a very very wanted player at the current year.

Pau at least got the recognition he wanted, he could even be a HOF after a while as well and won two rings with Kobe so his career was awesome. Also Marc Gasol retired from international game as well with his brother, but he seems to be still considering another season at Lakers.

[CLS63]

It is a big day tomorrow. Because we are going to watch the semi-final games.

My favorite team in the game between USA and Australia are USA of course. It is quite obvious that they are extremely dominant here. I think that they (especially Durant) will crush Australia and qualify for the final round. And it wouldn't be surprising even a little to see them getting the gold medal also.

In the other game between France and Slovenia, I'm going to support Slovenia. Because they have a player who I have a big sympathy for, Luka Doncic.    And they have been performing really great so far. They haven't lost even a game for a very long time. This morale could help them defeat France also. But their job will be very hard.

[bisdak40]

My predictions for the semi final games are like this:

USA - Australia
France - Slovenia

I don't think that Australia would be able to resist to USA. Durant would probably be the player of the game again and USA would win it easily.

When it comes to the other game, it's going to be really tough as both of these teams are very powerful. But I see Slovenia as one step ahead. I think that we will watch a very close game but Slovenia will be the winner at the end. I expect another great performance from Doncic and Dragic.

Yes i think so the usa and slovenia are both the favorable to pass but still australia team might cause them problems they are good and passed easily against argentina as for slovenia and france it will be tough for both but i will go with slovenia and i have a feeling that they can win even the gold medal.

Team USA, whenever they play they will always be the favorite to win no matter how they played against Australia in the exhibition match. Australia will create some problems for KD and company but i expect US to win but not a lopsided one so my bet is Australia +11.5 @2.02 odds.

In the match between Slovenia and France, IMO the latter should be the favorite on this match but the bookies see the opposite maybe because Slovenia is on the roll with Luka on fire but still I'm putting my bet on France ML.

[goaldigger]

My predictions for the semi final games are like this:

USA - Australia
France - Slovenia

I don't think that Australia would be able to resist to USA. Durant would probably be the player of the game again and USA would win it easily.

When it comes to the other game, it's going to be really tough as both of these teams are very powerful. But I see Slovenia as one step ahead. I think that we will watch a very close game but Slovenia will be the winner at the end. I expect another great performance from Doncic and Dragic.

Yes i think so the usa and slovenia are both the favorable to pass but still australia team might cause them problems they are good and passed easily against argentina as for slovenia and france it will be tough for both but i will go with slovenia and i have a feeling that they can win even the gold medal.

Team USA, whenever they play they will always be the favorite to win no matter how they played against Australia in the exhibition match. Australia will create some problems for KD and company but i expect US to win but not a lopsided one so my bet is Australia +11.5 @2.02 odds.

In the match between Slovenia and France, IMO the latter should be the favorite on this match but the bookies see the opposite maybe because Slovenia is on the roll with Luka on fire but still I'm putting my bet on France ML.

That’s because Basketball is their main core and that’s why many believes USA should dominate this sports but this time they are not that strong though we can still expect them in the finals but not an easy road for them, Australia is a team to beat, they should be more aware of this. Yes, France will also win despite of Luka presence they are strong enough to beat Slovenia.

[jakdanyel]

This morning, we are going to have a wonderful game between USA and Australia. If it wasn't too early in my local time, then I would really like to watch this one. But I see it as very obvious that USA will just destroy their opponent with a big effort. I'm curious about Durant's performance. I guess he would score 25+ points.

[Dave1]

This morning, we are going to have a wonderful game between USA and Australia. If it wasn't too early in my local time, then I would really like to watch this one. But I see it as very obvious that USA will just destroy their opponent with a big effort. I'm curious about Durant's performance. I guess he would score 25+ points.

I'm not sure if US can "destroy" Australia here. Australia is a very good team because it also boosted with NBA stars. So if ever US will win, it's going to be a close match, so I'm not sure if US can cover the odds of -11.5 currently. Sharing my bet on the US vs Spain last game:



So I will go with the same bet, +11.5 @1.94.

[Reid]

I'm not sure if US can "destroy" Australia here. Australia is a very good team because it also boosted with NBA stars. So if ever US will win, it's going to be a close match, so I'm not sure if US can cover the odds of -11.5 currently. Sharing my bet on the US vs Spain last game:



So I will go with the same bet, +11.5 @1.94.

For me, they can. I will take the highest risk at -13.5 for USA.
It's not that I don't trust Australia but in terms of backup players, we know the USA has a lot of players available that they can use while their best players are having their rest.
Matisse Thybulle will be assigned with KD but no one can really defend that dude.
Jrue Holiday will try to stop Patty Mills with his speed and height advantage. Australia's high-performance game will be their clutch to win the semis. 

[Harkorede]

I'm not sure if US can "destroy" Australia here. Australia is a very good team because it also boosted with NBA stars. So if ever US will win, it's going to be a close match, so I'm not sure if US can cover the odds of -11.5 currently. Sharing my bet on the US vs Spain last game:



So I will go with the same bet, +11.5 @1.94.

For me, they can. I will take the highest risk at -13.5 for USA.
It's not that I don't trust Australia but in terms of backup players, we know the USA has a lot of players available that they can use while their best players are having their rest.
Matisse Thybulle will be assigned with KD but no one can really defend that dude.
Jrue Holiday will try to stop Patty Mills with his speed and height advantage. Australia's high-performance game will be their clutch to win the semis. 

I'm also the opinion that USA will remain unstoppable in today's game vs Australia, and it's going to take more than just a bad day in the office for Australia to cause an upset, KD would probably set the pace of the game.

I'm going with Team USA -11.5

[famososMuertos]

..//...as very obvious that USA will just destroy their opponent with a big effort. ...//...:

Hi,

I do not think it is the most appropriate adjective but, Yes, the USA wins its right to dispute the "assured" gold medal even if in the other game a surprise happens and it has to face the Ghost of France...

Anyway, Australia is going to playing  a good game because it has good team and two players who play in the NBA, one that I do not forget never "Ingles"

So I think everything is written, only to watching good encounters, no surprises, please teams, thank you.  

Edit:
Live broadcast:
https://www.nbcolympics.com/

One of many that there are but by region availability this could work for some. ^{Certain conditions apply.}

[TravelMug]

..//...as very obvious that USA will just destroy their opponent with a big effort. ...//...:

Hi,

I do not think it is the most appropriate adjective but, Yes, the USA wins its right to dispute the "assured" gold medal even if in the other game a surprise happens and it has to face the Ghost of France...

Anyway, Australia is going to playing  a good game because it has good team and two players who play in the NBA, one that I do not forget never "Ingles"

So I think everything is written, only to watching good encounters, no surprises, please teams, thank you. 

I'm sure that there will be no surprises, USA is expected to win against the Boomers, maybe we only need to know what will be the lead, if they can cover the -11.5 spread on them.

No disrespect to Australians, they have a solid team this year and they have beaten team US if I'm not mistaken twice already in an exhibition match. But this is different, US team and coaches are hone it right now and looking to extend their dominance on basketball with a win here.