Kevin Durant 'hopefully' will play for the US in its Olympic opener against Serbia

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Kevin Durant may play for the U.S. in its Olympic opener against Serbia, potentially allowing the men's national team to have 12 players available. Despite missing all five exhibition games due to a calf strain, signs indicate he could be ready for the game. Coach Steve Kerr expressed confidence in Durant's status, highlighting his impressive Olympic history and the impact of his return on the team's performance.

Keywords: Kevin Durant, Olympics, USA Basketball

Source: AP News

Update At: 7/29/2024

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