The recently concluded FIBA Basketball World Cup was a big disappointment for the USA. This humiliation has resulted in various NBA-associated voices speaking out about who should represent the US next year at the Paris Olympics. As rumors circulate about Los Angeles Lakers star and 2x Olympic Gold winner LeBron James leading the charge for his own version of the Avengers, two former Boston Celtics stars voiced their opinion.

Anticipations were high during the World Cup, as fans and enthusiasts cheered for Team USA to bring the coveted title home. Their expectations, however, were completely smashed after the team lost to Germany in the semi-finals. If that loss wasn’t enough, the USA also ended up losing to Canada and returned home without a medal.

Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce discuss the potential ‘LeBron James lead’ 2024 roster

Celtics greats Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett gave their two cents on who they think deserves to be on Team USA for the 2024 Olympics. Pierce stated that if it was up to him, he would form the team with some big-level names like LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, etc.

He wouldn’t mind adding Anthony Davis to the roster later on. Adding Davis to the team was something that Garnett was definitely on board with. Pierce then proceeded to add his former team’s star player Jayson Tatum and others like Bam Adebayo, Damian Lillard, Devin Booker, Jaylen Brown, etc.

Trending

Shaquille O’Neal Reveals Retirement Plans as Inside the NBA Crew Prepare for Uncertain Future With TNT

May 20, 2024 01:00 PM EDT

“I Can Be Replaced”: Shaq Drops Cryptic Note Online As Absence From TNT Live Show Confuses America

May 20, 2024 01:32 AM EDT

Shaquille O’Neal, Tempted by Elon Musk’s Tesla Creation, Offers $159,999 Worth Trade to 30YO Comedian

May 19, 2024 06:38 AM EDT

“Jordan Slipping Him Cash”: Fans Join In as Magic Johnson Slams Stephen A. Smith for Leaving Isiah Thomas Out of His List

May 18, 2024 03:30 PM EDT

Angel Reese Rejuvenates Allen Iverson’s Legacy Through Ties With $2.5 Billion Worth Brand

May 18, 2024 03:28 AM EDT

Get instantly notified of the hottest NBA stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.

Follow Us

Pierce felt that his imaginary roster was “versatile” enough to fulfill each and every need. “Bron is gonna be at the 4 a lot. Bron and KD gonna play your 4,” said Pierce during the interview. He also stated that the country needed new stars. The 45-year-old said, “So now, you got to bring in some guys along, that you saying ‘Alright, they gonna carry it over to the next Olympics.’”

WATCH THIS STORY: Not for LeBron James to Opt-In on $51,415,938 Player Option, Lakers Would Actually Recruit 18YO Son Bronny for His Skills

Garnett highlighted the fact that Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid may be playing for the USA as well. However, there are rumors of him representing France instead. Taking it into consideration, Pierce made his second last pick in Jaren Jackson Jr. since he would be a formidable addition to the team’s defense.

Garnett then went on to insist that New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson deserves to be on the roster. Nevertheless, Pierce and KG are not the only ones speaking out about forming a star-filled roster that will take on the rest of the world in Paris.

Shaquille O’Neal and Gilbert Arenas have also been a part of the trend

Kevin Garnett had earlier endorsed LeBron James and the others for a possible Team USA lineup. Highlighting the scenario on his Instagram story, Garnett wrote “A Mf ONE” and “THIS THE TEAM. Right here.”

Former Washington Wizards star Gilbert Arenas expressed his disapproval of the alleged reasons that the Team USA committee was giving for their humiliating defeat. He challenged them to “put out the best 12 players” for the Olympics, suggesting names like James, Curry, Kevin Durant, Anthony Davis, etc.

Even 51-year-old NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal couldn’t keep himself away from the trend. He uploaded a post on Instagram, apparently asking his followers to debate on who deserved the coveted spot.

Hours After ‘Warning’ LeBron James of 2024 Olympics Consequences, Distraught Dwight Howard Makes Yet Another Desperate Attempt

What are your thoughts on the potential star-filled Team USA Roster? Let us know in the comments below.