Team USA's men's basketball team is gearing up for a crucial rematch against South Sudan in the 2024 Paris Olympics group stage, with heightened focus after narrowly escaping an upset in a recent exhibition game. Despite Steph Curry's shooting struggles in recent games, coach Steve Kerr is determined to get him back on track, while also addressing the controversy of benching Jayson Tatum in their win over Serbia. South Sudan, led by coach Royal Ivey and featuring NBA players like Carlik Jones and Wenyen Gabriel, has quickly risen to prominence, making its Olympic debut just 13 years after gaining independence. The U.S. team, featuring stars like LeBron James and Kevin Durant, acknowledges the 'appropriate fear' of their opponents, underscoring the importance of not underestimating any team. This matchup holds significant implications for both teams' chances of advancing to the knockout stages, with a win potentially securing a quarterfinal berth.