Team USA survived a dramatic finish against Serbia in the Olympic Semi-Finals and LeBron James was called to share his thoughts on the emotional status of the game and how high he ranks in his career.
Team USA came back from down 17 to beat Serbia in the semi-final and advance to the Gold medal game.
“I mean, I’m 39 years old going into my 22nd season. I don’t know how many opportunities and moments I’m going to get like this to be able to compete for something — compete for something big and playing in big games — and tonight was a big game,” LeBron James said, per The Athletic.
LeBron James was crucial in his team’s comeback as he registered a triple-double (16 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists)- the second of his Olympic career – to help his team come atop over Serbia.
The Americans amped up the pressure as Serbia had the answer to every problem for three quarters entering the final 10 minutes with a 15-point lead. Steve Kerr described the matchup as one of the best he ever experienced as a coach.
“Serbia was brilliant today, and I am really humbled to have been a part of this game,” said Kerr. “It’s one of the greatest basketball games I’ve ever been a part of.”
USA is facing the hosts France for the Gold Medal game in the repeat of the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Final. Serbia is set to meet Germany in the Bronze medal game during the final day of the Men’s Basketball Olympic Tournament.
