LeBron, Curry, and Durant Requested for 3x3 Olympic Games in Los Angeles 2028

During the Paris 2024 Olympics, Team USA shined in the five-on-five basketball, but their three-on-three teams didn't achieve the same success. The 3x3 team, led by Jimmer Fredette alongside Canyon Barry, Kareem Maddox, and Dylan Travis, failed to secure a medal and concluded with a record of 2-5. This marked a clear contrast with the traditional team, which maintained its domination in international basketball. In light of these results, solutions have begun to be explored for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. During a recent episode of the "Hoop Collective" podcast, ESPN analyst Tim MacMahon put forward a bold idea: that superstars LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Stephen Curry would compete in the 3x3 format in Los Angeles. While these players will be nearing their thirties in 2028, MacMahon argued that the 3x3 format, which is less demanding in terms of physical effort and endurance than traditional basketball, could be ideal for them. "I want to see Steph, KD, and LeBron winning the damn gold in three-on-three," he stated. However, the proposal faces obstacles. To compete in the 3x3 format, players must be ranked in the FIBA international rankings, which require participation in several 3x3 circuit events, a challenging task for stars already immersed in the demanding NBA season. Additionally, two players of the team must be ranked in the top 10 and two in the top 50 of the country, making it difficult for top basketball figures to directly participate. While the idea of seeing LeBron, Durant, and Curry competing together in Olympic 3x3 is tempting, it seems unlikely due to the strict qualification requirements. Nevertheless, MacMahon's proposal has sparked a debate on how the United States can enhance their performance in this format for the Los Angeles 2028 Games.

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