U.S. Olympic Men's Basketball Wins Again

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Led by Jayson Tatum's 27 points and a solid all-around effort from Kevin Durant, the U.S. Men erased an early first quarter deficit, and destroyed the Czech Republic 119-84. Here are the U.S.'s updated scoring, rebounding and assist leaders through three games:

 PlayerTeamPer Game
PointsJayson TatumBoston Celtics16.7
ReboundsKevin DurantBrooklyn Nets5.0
AssistsZach LevineChicago Bulls5.3

After finishing in second place in Group A, the U.S. has clinched a spot in the quarterfinals which take place on the third of August. Group C concludes group play tomorrow (August 1st) to decide the remaining quarterfinalists and seeding. 

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