With Spain’s men’s basketball being ranked as the second best in the world, the matchup against Team USA was a highly anticipated game. Team USA and Spain met in an exhibition game in Las Vegas prior to their departure for the Tokyo Olympics. USA won that contest 83-76, but the team was missing Jrue Holiday, Khris Middleton, and Devin Booker due to their NBA Finals battle. Things were a bit different in tonight’s matchup with Team USA making a statement and getting the win 95-81.
Spain’s Roster
Firstly, here’s a quick rundown at Spain’s talented roster:
Ricky Rubio (Current: Cleveland Cavaliers)
Rudy Fernandez (Former: Portland Trail Blazers)
Victor Claver (Former: Blazers)
Marc Gasol (Current: Los Angeles Lakers)
Usman Garuba (Current: Houston Rockets, 23rd pick in 2021 Draft)
Alex Abrines (Former: Oklahoma City Thunder)
Willy Hernangomez (Current: New Orleans Pelicans)
Pau Gasol (Former: Milwaukee Bucks, Blazers 2019, but waived)
Sergio Llull (Supposed to be on the Rockets in 2015)
Sergio Rodriguez (Former: Philadelphia 76ers, Blazers, 2006-2009)
Juan Hernangomez (Current: Minnesota Timberwolves)
They also normally have Serge Ibaka (Los Angeles Clippers) who is recovering from an injury this past season.