Team USA's future in the 2028 Olympics: A one-year expectation review
The 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles is set to witness an exciting lineup of basketball talents as the United States men's basketball team prepares for another bid for gold. According to early predictions by CBS Sports and other basketball analysts, the following 12 players make up the projected roster:
- Bam Adebayo (Center, age 31): Adebayo's physicality and versatility make him an essential piece for the team.
- Paolo Banchero (Forward, age 25): Banchero, a potential lock for the team, is still working on familiarising himself with the Team USA program.
- Devin Booker (Guard, age 31): Booker's leadership and scoring ability make him a surefire veteran leader for the team.
- Jalen Brunson (Guard, age 31): Brunson's stardom with the New York Knicks could boost his chances of making the team.
- Cade Cunningham (Guard, age 26): Cunningham is envisioned to be a centerpiece in MVP conversations by 2028, making him a valuable addition to the team.
- Anthony Davis (Forward, age 35): Davis' inclusion in the team is subject to his health and age, but his talent and experience make him a crucial player.
- Anthony Edwards (Guard, age 27): Edwards is expected to be the marquee star of the 2028 team, given his impressive skills and potential.
- Joel Embiid (Center, age 34, if healthy): Embiid's health is a potential uncertainty due to past injuries, but his defensive presence would be a valuable addition to the team.
- Tyrese Haliburton (Guard, age 28): Jayson Tatum and Haliburton are essentially locks if they return from their injuries in good form.
- Donovan Mitchell (Guard): Mitchell's performance and leadership make him a valuable asset to the team.
- Jayson Tatum (Forward, age 30): Tatum's return from injury in good form would solidify his place on the team.
- Jalen Williams (Forward, age 27): Williams' third-team All-NBA status and potential role as a key contributor off the bench make him a valuable addition to the team.
This roster includes a blend of veterans like Anthony Davis and rising stars like Paolo Banchero. Notable omissions from the current projected roster, such as Cleveland Cavaliers star Evan Mobley, are subject to debate among analysts.
The United States men's basketball team won its fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal in 2021. As the 2028 Olympics approach, the team will continue to evolve, and new talent may emerge. Stay tuned for updates as the roster takes shape.
[1] CBS Sports. (n.d.). Paolo Banchero NBA Draft Profile. Retrieved from https://www.cbssports.com/nba/draft/prospects/paolo-banchero/
[2] ESPN. (n.d.). Evan Mobley NBA Draft Profile. Retrieved from https://www.espn.com/nba/draft/prospects/player/_/id/5308942
[3] NBA.com. (n.d.). Jalen Williams NBA Draft Profile. Retrieved from https://www.nba.com/draft/prospects/jalen-williams-1664112/
[5] NBA.com. (n.d.). Anthony Edwards NBA Draft Profile. Retrieved from https://www.nba.com/draft/prospects/anthony-edwards-1664114/
- The projected roster for the United States men's basketball team in the 2028 Olympics includes a variety of talented players, such as Bam Adebayo, Devin Booker, and Jalen Brunson.
- Paolo Banchero, a potential lock for the team, is currently working on familiarizing himself with the Team USA program.
- Cade Cunningham, who is envisioned to be a centerpiece in MVP conversations by 2028, is a valuable addition to the team.
- The team aims to retain the Olympic gold medal, just as they won their fifth consecutive one in 2021, and new talent may emerge before the 2028 Olympics approach.
