Curry, who was also on Team USA during the 2024 Olympics, said it is unlikely he will play in the 2028 Olympics. Therefore, it looks like the torch will truly be passed at that time to a younger generation of American-born NBA stars and superstars to keep the gold medal in the States.

Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James had some incredibly high praise for Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry during a recent episode of his “Mind the Game” podcast on which Curry was a guest.

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Over a month ago, LeBron James was diagnosed with sciatica on his right side, and it was an ailment he reportedly first developed during a mid-summer workout. As a result, he didn't play in any preseason games, and he has missed the Los Angeles Lakers ' first 14 regular-season games.

LeBron James will potentially make his return to the Lakers lineup Tuesday night, depending on how he feels, his first playing time of the 2025-26 NBA season.

The USA will turn to its younger generation of stars to take on what will be the best international field it has ever faced.