During the 2024 Summer Olympics, Team USA defeated South Sudan 103-86, with Bam Adebayo leading the scoring with 18 points. Adebayo responded to ESPN's Brian Windhorst, who speculated he might be benched, by posting a meme after his standout performance. Windhorst's comments were proven inaccurate as it was Joel Embiid who was benched instead. Adebayo's strong play came after he had been a focal point for criticism regarding game rotations. This incident marks the second time Windhorst has faced backlash from Team USA players, with Kevin Durant's representatives also expressing frustration with Windhorst's reporting prior to the Olympics. Team USA remains a favorite for the gold, showcasing a talented roster despite earlier concerns about their form.