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Olympics Basketball 2012: U.S.A. defeats Spain – GOLD MEDAL SUNDAY

                  The U.S. held off a resurgent Spanish squad to win the gold in London, 107-100. Spain’s offensive explosion gave the U.S. all they…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Spain vs. U.S.A. Preview – GOLD MEDAL SUNDAY

Jose Calderon battles Chris Paul Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-US PRESSWIRE       In a game all hoops lovers wanted to see, the gold medal game will see Spain take on the U.S. The countries…Read More

Olympics basketball 2012: Spain Ends the Russian Dream

  Russia’s Olympics overachievers met their match, as Spain prove too much at crunch time. Spain prevailed 67-59 in a sloppy yet endearing game, one in which the Spanish were able to overcome…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Lithuania vs. Russia Preview

After stumbling to a 2-3 record in the group stage, Lithuania has advanced to face Russia in the quarterfinals of the 2012 London Olympics. While Lithuania’s inclusion in the final eight was seen…Read More

Olympic Basketball 2012: Brazil Upsets Spain

In a rare scenario when the winners actually lost and the losers actually won, Brazil beat Spain 88-82 on Monday. With the victory, they will  finish second in Group B, meaning their road to the gold-medal…Read More

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Olympic Basketball 2012: Spain vs. Brazil Preview

In one of the most fascinating matchups of the group stage, Spain and Brazil will battle at 3 p.m. ET…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Lithuania Squeaks Past Tunisia

In a game that wasn’t nearly as one-sided as the final score suggests, Lithuania beat Tunisia 76-63…Read More

Olympic Basketball 2012: Lithuania vs. Tunisia Preview

The Lithuanians have had a bumpy ride at the 2012 Olympics, but with a victory over winless Tunisia on…Read More

Olympics basketball 2012: U.S. Defeats Lithuania in Close Match

In a game that wasn’t supposed to be a nailbiter, the U.S. defeated Lithuania, 99-94. The 8-point…Read More

Olympics basketball 2012: Spain Slips Past Great Britain

While it’s not a habit I want to get into on a regular basis, being wrong can occasionally bring…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: France beats Lithuania

Turn out the lights, the party’s over. France defeated Lithuania 82-74, in a game that all but…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Spain vs. Great Britain Preview

While drama and upsets are part of Olympic lore, I don’t think you’ll find much of either…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Lithuania vs. France Preview

Before the Games started, most analysts would have conceded this game to Lithuania. However, France jolted…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Spain defeats Australia

The 2012 Olympics have been upset-free so far, and Tuesday’s game between Spain and Australia continued…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Lithuania Defeats Nigeria

In a dreary affair, Lithuania managed to stumble past Nigeria 72-53. The Balticmen’s balanced scoring…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Lithuania vs. Nigeria Preview

Lithuanian head coach K. Kemzura has been roundly trounced in the press for his impatience (14 minutes’…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Lithuania Loses to Argentina

  The Raptors’ Linas Kleiza continued his recent strong play by leading Lithuania in scoring,…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Jose Calderon Plays Well in Spain’s Opening Win

Our boy Jose Calderon shined in his first game of the 2012 London Olympics, scoring 12 points—11 of…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Spain vs. China Preview

  Sunday at 11:45 am (ET) is our first chance to see the favourites in Group B, Spain. They will…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Lithuania vs. Argentina Preview

  At 5:15 p.m. (ET) Sunday the Lithuanians will start their tournament in less than ideal fashion—by…Read More