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Lillard Struggles, France Beats Team USA 83-76

France started the Tokyo Olympics with an upset victory over Team USA. Fueled by Evan Fournier’s 28 points, France completed a shocking 83-76 win on Sunday. For Team USA, Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard failed to connect on a field goal in the second half. He finished with 11 points, three assists, four turnovers and three rebounds.

In the end, France’s size and Fournier’s shooting touch proved to be too much for Team USA in the opening game of group play. Here is a look at a handful of Lillard-centric points from Team USA’s loss.

Catch-and-Shoot Role

Lillard was utilized primarily as a catch-and-shoot floor spacer in the opening frame.