USA has just announced the 19 players from the NBA will make it to the men's basketball roster. Chicago Bulls star point guard Derrick Rose and four players from the 2012 Olympic men's basketball champions were among the 19 players who were chosen for this year's U.S national team roster. Kevin Durant, Kevin Love, James Harden and Anthony Davis were the four holdovers announced one Monday, including new comers DeMar DeRozan of the Toronto Raptors and Chandler Parsons who has just been acquired by the Dallas Mavericks after Houston declined to match the offer made by the Mavs. Interestingly, the NBA Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard was not chosen to participate in this summer's team USA.
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Team USA Basketball wins over Brazil in 95-78 win; Derrick Rose gets chants of 'MVP' from fans
Derrick Rose was given a warm welcome by fans who were in attendance and saw him in great form during an exhibition between Team USA and Brazil in the United Center Arena on Saturday. US routed Brazil in a 97-78 victory.
Team USA Basketball no sixth man for 2014 FIBA World Cup? Colangelo responds
The Sixth Man role is an integral part to any team's success be it in the NBA or in international basketball competitions. This summer in the 2014 FIBA World Cup, Team USA reportedly needs to find that sixth man who can deliver buckets in timely situations.
Stephen Curry to take leadership role in Team USA? Kevin Durant officially quits national basketball roster
Kevin Durant's unprecedented withdrawal from USA Basketball has left Team USA without a leader heading into the 2014 FIBA World Cup. Stephen Curry is reportedly eyed to step up to take the leadership role.
Why did Kevin Durant drop out of Team USA? USA Basketball President Jerry Colangelo responds
Kevin Durant suddenly dropped out of team USA with less than two weeks to go before the start of the 2014 FIBA World Cup. We will examine why the reigning MVP decided to opt out his services for the national team.
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