The US approach was right (to form a national program rather than just pick the best players every year), but this was year one of that program, so it's not surprising to see it fizzle. But this was a good first step; with three captains who average just two years of pro experience and 22 years of age, I was surprised that they got this far. Even a lot of basketball experts in the US weren't picking the US to win this tournament. It'll do them good to be put through a qualifying tournament for the next Olympics; two tournaments every four years just isn't enough for these guys to pick up the international game.
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