Game Details
- Who: Brazil vs. United States
- When: Tuesday, Aug. 6
- Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Where: Bercy Arena (Paris, France)
Odds Summary
- Moneyline: Brazil +3000, USA -10000
- Spread: Brazil +27 (-108), USA -27 (-112)
- Total: Over/Under 184.5 (-112/-108)
Odds from DraftKings Sportsbook. Subject to change.
Not surprisingly, Team USA enters this game as the overwhelming favorite against Brazil. The Americans’ roster has much more depth and talent, which is why they’re the heavy favorites to win gold (-600) in Paris. Meanwhile, Brazil has the longest odds of remaining teams at +30000.
The Americans dominated group play, racking up a plus-64 point differential across the three games. They woke up after a rough start against Serbia in their first game and have been playing like the best team in the world. Their balance and depth have been on full display with six players scoring in double figures each game.
While Team USA is loaded with a new generation of stars like Anthony Edwards and Jayson Tatum, it’s still getting elite production from its elder statesmen. LeBron James remains a physical marvel at 39, leading the team in assists per game (7.3) while ranking third in scoring (14.3 points per game) and rebounding (6.7 rebounds per game).
Meanwhile, Kevin Durant has been white-hot off the bench, averaging 16 points on 63% shooting in 17 minutes per game.
While gold is expected of the Americans, the Brazilians are shooting for their first medal in basketball in 60 years. Former NBA veteran Bruno Caboclo led the way versus Japan, posting a huge double-double with 33 points and 17 rebounds. Vitor Benite chipped in 19 points while Marcelinho Huertas added 13.
Brazil stepped up against Japan with its back to the wall and turned in its best offensive performance of the tournament. It’s going to need another one like that if it wants to hang with Team USA.