Team USA thrashes Serbia in Olympic basketball opener
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The United States men's basketball team got off to a strong start in the 2016 Olympics, thrashing Serbia 96-66 in their Group A pool stage opener. The Americans were led by Kevin Durant, who scored 25 points, and Kyrie Irving, who added 19 points. Nikola Jokic led Serbia with 15 points.
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The game was never really in doubt, as the United States took a 20-point lead in the first quarter and never looked back. Serbia made a run in the third quarter, but the Americans quickly put them away in the fourth quarter.
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The win was a good start for the United States, who are looking to win their third consecutive Olympic gold medal. They will face Australia in their next game on Monday.
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