Dillon Brooks Snubs Americans in Top 3 Toughest Opponents List

As the Paris Olympics approach, Canadian basketball wing Dillon Brooks shared his thoughts on the toughest opponents he’s had to guard. Interestingly, Brooks didn’t mention any American players, even though Team USA is the favorite going into the.

Canada’s Pre-Olympic Performance

Team Canada ended their pre-Olympic show off with a 103-93 win over Puerto Rico in Orleans, France. Dillon Brooks modified into on fireside, scoring 21 elements, grabbing five rebounds, meting out three assists, and hitting 3 three-points.

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All while shooting an impressive 66.7%. Canada wrapped up their exhibition schedule with a 2-1 record, their only loss coming from a star-studded Team USA roster on July 10, with an 86-72 defeat.

Brook’s Top Three Toughest Players

On Tuesday, Brooks revealed his list of the three toughest players to guard. To the surprise of many, no American players were cut. Instead, he chose Slovenian superstar Luka Doncic and fellow Canadian Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

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For his third pick, Brooks seemed to joke around, eventually naming his Canadian teammate Andrew Nembhard, who was sitting nearby. Brooks burst into laughter after making this choice, leaving fans to wonder if he was serious or just having fun.

Team Canada’s Confidence Against Team USA

Despite their loss to Team USA, Brooks and his squad seem lacking in confidence. Before the game, Brooks talked about his team’s eagerness to secure another win against the Americans. Last year, Canada beat Team USA 127-118 in overtime to win their first-ever medal (bronze) at the FIBA World Cup, with Brooks leading by scoring a game-high 39 points.

Team USA’s New Additions

For the approaching Olympics, Team USA has added superstars like LeBron James and Steph Curry to their roster. However, Brooks still believes Canada can present a significant challenge. He emphasized that Team USA would step up their defensive game to compete with Canada.

Brooks’ Struggles and Redemption

In the recent matchup against Team USA, Brooks struggled offensively, scoring 10 points on 37.5% shooting as Canada fell short by 14 points. Despite this, Brooks remains confident and motivated. If Canada faces Team USA again during the Olympics, you can bet Brooks will be looking for redemption.

Conclusion

Dillon Brook’s unconventional list of the toughest players to guard and his confidence in Team Canada highlights the competitive spirit heading into the Paris Olympics. Fans are eager to see if Brooks and his team can challenge the favorites and secure another historic win.