Report: Stephen Curry opts against playing for Team USA at Olympics
Juan Ocampo / National Basketball Association / Getty
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry won't play for Team USA at the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, sources told The Athletic's Shams Charania and Anthony Slater.
Curry was reportedly debating whether to participate in the last few weeks but ultimately opted against playing.
The NBA's scoring champion is coming off a fantastic 2020-21 campaign that saw him finish third in MVP voting. Curry averaged 32 points, 5.8 assists, and 5.5 rebounds in 63 games.
Eight NBA stars have reportedly committed to play for Team USA so far, including Kevin Durant, James Harden, and Jayson Tatum.
HEADLINES
- Flagg becomes 1st rookie since Iverson with back-to-back 40-point games
- Luka seeking specialized treatment in Europe to accelerate recovery
- Durant, Rockets spoil Curry's 29-point return from injury
- LaMelo's 35-point night leads Hornets to 4th straight win
- Curry to play approximately 25 minutes vs. Rockets after 2-month absence
Advertisement