Rio Olympics 2016

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I'm surprised the entire nation of Brazil isn't storming the field right now. That might..might top the aftermath of the Wat Shot.

How did it end? I had to go to work and missed from the 80 min mark.


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[HoosierAloha 30,102]

How did it end? I had to go to work and missed from the 80 min mark.


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Two extra times without either scoring then PKs. Neymar made 5th right after Brazil's goalie stopped one. Rather fitting after they got disgraced by Germany in 2014.

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Two extra times without either scoring then PKs. Neymar made 5th right after Brazil's goalie stopped one. Rather fitting after they got disgraced by Germany in 2014.

Thanks for the heads up. Can't believe I had to miss that great game.


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http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/rio-2016/2016/08/20/four-things-to-know-serbia-usa-mens-basketball-gold-medal-game/89048716/

Cheat sheet on Serbia for today's game.

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Serbia

How qualified: Won the Olympic qualifying tournament in Belgrade in July

2015 Eurobasket: Finished fourth

2014 World Cup: Lost to the U.S. in the championship game

2012 London Olympics: Did not qualify

NBA connections: Nikola Jokic (Denver). Nemanja Nedovic and Miroslav Raduljicaalso played in the NBA.

Coach: Sasha Djordjevic

Noteworthy: A strong, defense first team coached by an international legend. … Strong backcourt with Milos Teodosic, Nedovic, Stefan Marokovic and solid post presence in Jokic. However, Serbia is missing Nemanja Bjelcia (Minnesota) who is rehabbing and Boban Marjanovic, who missed qualifying game because he was focused on his free-agent deal. After he signed with the Pistons, Marjanvic expressed his interest in playing but Serbia said no. … This is Serbia’s debut in the men’s Olympic basketball event.

Quote: “Serbia plays extremely well together and is led by one of the maestros of world basketball in Milos Teodosic. He’s in the top echelon of passers in the world. He’s probably one of the top five playmakers in the world in terms of passing. ... They have a guy they can throw into in the low-post in Jokic. He’s going to be one of the youngest contributors of the good players in this tournament. He’s just 21 years old and Serbia is very comfortable throwing the ball into Djokic and playing off of him. He’s an excellent passer. He had a solid rookie year. I’m hesitant to call him a young Vlade because Vlade is 7-1 but this kid is terrific and efficient player in the low post particularly in terms of passing. They don’t need to be as reliant on Teodosic.” – Fraschilla

http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/rio-2016/2016/08/06/mens-rio-olympic-basketball-team-profiles-usa-spain-france-lithuania-serbia-croatia-argentina-brazil/88332408/

A little more info on Serbia. 

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USA! USA! USA!
Winning gold without LeBron James, Steph Curry, Russell Westbrook, Anthony Davis, Kawhi Leonard... nice.

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KD getting at it.

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[LIHoosier 28,358]

The 1st quarter was shaky for the US, luckily Serbia didn't hit their open looks. Since then it's been smooth sailing.

[LIHoosier 28,358]

It's MSB!!!

No wait, its Draymond Green.

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1 hour ago, X-Hoosier said:

USA! USA! USA!
Winning gold without LeBron James, Steph Curry, Russell Westbrook, Anthony Davis, Kawhi Leonard... nice.

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The USA has the 12 best basketball players in the tournament. Not really that impressive. 

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I'm not ready for Olympics to be over. Love watching sports I usually don't and seeing all the athletes compete.


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The USA has the 12 best basketball players in the tournament. Not really that impressive. 

12 of the best. Be proud of America homie.

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GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOLD!!!!!!!

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[OliviaPope40 7,531]

Coach K now has his 3rd gold medal now he can go get his 6th national championship. Plan accordingly.

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Coach K now has his 3rd gold medal now he can go get his 6th national championship. Plan accordingly.

Heck of a way to go out. Now Popovich takes over.

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14 minutes ago, X-Hoosier said:

Heck of a way to go out. Now Popovich takes over.

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I've heard that Jerry Colangelo wants K to take over the whole thing when it comes time for him to retire.

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I've heard that Jerry Colangelo wants K to take over the whole thing when it comes time for him to retire.

Not a bad idea. Then K would have a reason to retire from Duke.

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4 minutes ago, X-Hoosier said:

Not a bad idea. Then K would have a reason to retire from Duke.

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We'll see about that when the time comes.

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