LAS VEGAS (AP) – While many countries are still trying to qualify for the Olympics, the U.S. is already lining up guys to play.
Not just next summer, but potentially five summers down the line.
Firmly perched atop the basketball world but forever mindful of how they were once knocked off, the Americans took a few days this week to begin their preparations for 2016. And 2020. And way beyond that.
“We’re trying to build something that can last forever,” LeBron James said.
The Americans didn’t exactly work hard in this city better known for fun. The practices were short and light, though it’s not like they have tons to do. Ten months before picking the team, USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo already says if everyone is healthy, this will be the best U.S. squad yet.