Well, maybe Noah Lyles had a point.
Following Team USA's elimination from the 2023 FIBA World Cup when they lost to Germany 113-111 in the semifinals, they will now compete in the bronze medal game vs. Canada.
Canada, boasting several top NBA players of its own, lost to Serbia 95-86 in their semifinal matchup. Both nations did not earn a medal in the 2019 tournament, so they each have a chance to come away with something in what should be a riveting matchup.
Here's everything to know about the USA-Canada FIBA World Cup bronze medal game:
When is the USA vs. Canada FIBA World Cup bronze medal game?
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The two nations will battle it out on Sunday, Sept. 10.
What time is the USA vs. Canada FIBA World Cup bronze medal game?
Tip-off time is set for 4:30 a.m. ET/1:30 a.m. PT.
How to watch USA vs. Canada in the World Cup bronze medal game
The bronze medal matchup between the U.S. and Canada will be broadcast on ESPN2.
How to live stream USA vs. Canada in the World Cup bronze medal game
The bronze medal matchup between the U.S. and Canada will stream on ESPN+.
Who is on the Team USA roster in the 2023 FIBA World Cup?
The 12-man roster led by Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr features all NBA names. Here's the list:
- Paolo Banchero, Orlando Magic, F
- Mikal Bridges, Brooklyn Nets, F
- Jalen Brunson, New York Knicks, G
- Anthony Edwards, Minnesota Timberwolves, G/F
- Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana Pacers, G
- Josh Hart, New York Knicks, G
- Brandon Ingram, New Orleans Pelicans, F
- Jaren Jackson Jr., Memphis Grizzlies, C
- Cam Johnson, Brooklyn Nets, F
- Walker Kessler, Utah Jazz, C
- Bobby Portis, Milwaukee Bucks, F
- Austin Reaves, Los Angeles Lakers, G
Who is on the Canada roster in the 2023 FIBA World Cup?
Canada, led by Sacramento Kings associated head coach Jordi Fernandez, also features multiple NBA names. Here's the list:
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City Thunder, G
- Dillon Brooks, Houston Rockets, G/F
- R.J. Barrett, New York Knicks, G/F
- Lu Dort, Oklahoma City Thunder, F
- Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Minnesota Timberwolves, G
- Kelly Olynyk, Utah Jazz, C
- Dwight Powell, Dallas Mavericks, C
- Trae Bell-Haynes, Casademont Zaragoza, G
- Kyle Alexander, Hapoel Tel Aviv, F/C
- Melvin Ejim, Unicaja, F
- Philip Scrubb, Bahçeşehir, G
- Zach Edey, Purdue (NCAA), C
