Team USA

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🏅 Team USA Makes a Splash in Paris (Thanks to Beyoncé and Basketball!)

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Sarah Bacon and Kassidy Cook dive into a silver medal win while Beyoncé and LeBron James amp up the excitement for Team USA. Dive in!

The Paris Summer Olympics are off to a roaring start, and Team USA is already making waves—both literally and figuratively. Divers Sarah Bacon and Kassidy Cook clinched Team USA's first medal of the games, grabbing a silver in the 3-meter synchronized springboard. Their podium finish not only marked a significant achievement in their diving careers but also set a positive tone for the entire U.S. delegation. Cue the celebrations and the national pride!

As if that wasn’t enough to get the patriotic juices flowing, Beyoncé herself took to the screen during the opening ceremony to give a monumental shout-out to Team USA. In a two-and-a-half-minute promo video, the global music icon energized viewers with her song "YA YA," sending ripples of excitement across the nation. This isn’t just star power; it’s the Beyoncé effect. NBC’s primetime coverage couldn’t have asked for a better kickoff.

On the court, LeBron James and the U.S. men’s basketball team are gearing up for their opening match against Serbia. Team USA intends to establish dominance early in the tournament and has vowed a strong start. Star coach Steve Kerr remains optimistic, updating fans on the team's injury status and conveying confidence that heavy-hitters like Kevin Durant will shine against a formidable Serbian squad led by Nikola Jokic.

Curious about the competitors? Serbian player Bogdan Bogdanović shared his thoughts on taking on Team USA, highlighting the respect and rivalry between the two teams. The tactical mind-game has only just begun, and sports analysts are already crunching the numbers to predict the match's outcomes. Will Team USA's exhibition game winning streak translate into Olympic glory? Fans are on the edge of their seats.

Fun fact: Sarah Bacon and Kassidy Cook, affectionately known as the “Cook’N Bacon” duo, have been diving partners for years and bring a mix of veteran experience and youthful exuberance to the sport. Another fun tidbit: Beyoncé's Olympic promo video was directed by acclaimed filmmaker Melina Matsoukas, known for her visionary music videos and films.

And for basketball enthusiasts, did you know that LeBron James is not only a four-time NBA champion but also a two-time Olympic gold medalist? This adds an extra layer of excitement as fans eagerly watch him chase more Olympic glory in Paris.✨

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Team USA wins its first medal of the Paris Summer Olympics (NPR)

Divers Sarah Bacon and Kassidy Cook won the first U.S. medal of the Paris Olympics: a silver in the 3-meter synchronized springboard. It's the first time ...

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The 'Cook'N Bacon' Diving Duo Secure First U.S. Medal Finish in ... (TeamUSA.org)

Sarah Bacon and Kassidy Cook took home their first-ever Olympic medal together.

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Beyoncé's New Promo For Team USA: A Paris Olympics Sensation (Forbes)

During the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, the AMERIICAN REQUIEM singer surprised fans with an up-tempo 2-minute and 30-second promo video, ...

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Beyonce Introduces Team USA in Epic Video During Paris Olympics ... (Billboard)

Beyonce introduced Team USA in a pre-recorded video that aired during NBCUniversal's primetime coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony.

Beyonce welcomes Team USA to the 2024 Olympic Games (NBC Olympics)

Beyonce gives a warm welcome to Team USA as the 2024 Paris Olympic Games officially kick off at the Opening Ceremony.

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Beyoncé Gives Team USA a Rousing Intro for the 2024 Olympic ... (TeenVogue.com)

The Grammy winner officially introduced Team USA on Friday in a promo video that featured Beyoncé's song, "YA YA."

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Sarah Bacon, Kassidy Cook win Team USA's first medal at the Paris ... (CBS News)

Sarah Bacon, 27, and Kassidy Cook, 29, won silver in Saturday's 3-meter synchronized springboard competition at the Aquatics Centre.

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WATCH: Plantation diver wins first Team USA medal at Paris ... (NBC 6 South Florida)

Just a few hours into the first day of the 2024 Paris Olympics, and the United States has its first medal—thanks in part to Plantation diver Kassidy Cook.

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Beyoncé introduces Team USA during NBC coverage of Paris ... (USA TODAY)

Beyoncé is a music megastar — and she teamed up with Team USA to introduce NBC Olympics' coverage of the Paris 2024 games' opening ceremony.

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Let Beyonce Get You Hyped to See Team USA Compete at the ... (NBC)

See Beyonce and Team USA dance in an inspiring video that was played during NBC's coverage of the Olympic Opening Ceremony.

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Team USA vows strong start in Olympic opener against Serbia | NBA ... (NBA.com)

LeBron James and Team USA look to establish their dominance against Serbia in Group Play and set the tone for the 2024 Olympics.

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Steve Kerr Gives Update on Team USA Stars' Injury Status for ... (Sports Illustrated)

The United States men's basketball team will make its official 2024 Olympic debut on Sunday as the star-studded roster takes on Nikola Jokic's Serbia squad.

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Team USA scouting report: Serbia's Bogdan Bogdanović discusses ... (The Athletic)

As Team USA shows cracks, Serbia gets the first crack at them in Olympic play. Here's what one player thinks of the matchup.

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Team USA vs. Serbia odds, time: 2024 Paris Olympics men's ... (CBSSports.com)

SportsLine's Bruce Marshall reveals his Olympics men's basketball picks for Serbia vs. United States on Sunday.

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Olympics: Team USA 'confident' Kevin Durant plays vs. Serbia; Joel ... (CBSSports.com)

Team USA may have gone undefeated in its exhibition contests leading up to the Paris Olympics, but that doesn't mean all is well for the tournament's ...

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Team USA's first medal of the 2024 Olympics awarded to diving ... (WPTV.com)

Kassidy Cook and Sarah Bacon won silver in the women's 3-meter synchronized springboard event on Saturday.

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Badminton Twins Annie and Kerry Xu Cherish 'Fan Girl Moments ... (TeamUSA.org)

Kerry and Annie Xu made their Olympic debuts in badminton on Day 1 of the Olympic Games facing a formidable Chinese duo.

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Team USA wins men's 4x100 freestyle relay for first gold of Paris ... (USA TODAY)

The team of Jack Alexy, Chris Guiliano, Hunter Armstrong and Caeleb Dressel posted a blistering time to win USA Swimming's first gold in Paris.

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Team USA vs. Serbia best bets: Bogdan Bogdanovic will be x-factor ... (CBSSports.com)

Team USA begins its Olympic journey on Sunday, and it won't exactly get to ease into the tournament with a lightweight opponent.

Caeleb Dressel anchors relay to Team USA's first gold medal of ... (NBC Olympics)

The United States men's 4x100m freestyle relay, anchored by Caeleb Dressel, secured the first gold medal for Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

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How to watch the Serbia vs. USA Olympic men's basketball game ... (CBS News)

Team USA men's basketball takes on Serbia today at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Here's how to watch the game.

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Armstrong and Team USA Win Olympic Relay Gold - Ohio State (ohiostatebuckeyes.com)

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Former Ohio State swimmer Hunter Armstrong and Team USA won the first gold medal of the 2024 Paris Olympics for Team USA with a win in the ...

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Guiliano Wins Gold With Team USA 4×100 Free Relay (Notre Dame Official Athletic Site)

Chris Guiliano is an Olympic gold medalist. The rising Irish senior swam the second leg of the men's 4×100 freestyle relay on Saturday evening at Paris La ...

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2024 Olympics live updates: Day 1 of the Summer Games kicks off ... (NBC News)

Team USA won its first medal of the games in synchronized diving when Kassidy Cook and Sarah Bacon won silver. Road cyclist Chloe Dygert was primed to take gold ...

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Notre Dame's Chris Guiliano wins gold with Team USA 4x100 free ... (WNDU-TV)

It's Team USA's first gold medal of the Paris Olympics in any sport.

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Plavšic, Serbia to Begin Olympics against Team USA (University of Tennessee Athletics)

Former Tennessee men's basketball standout Uroš Plavšic is a member of the Serbian National Team at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

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U.S. wins first gold medal of Paris Olympics at men's 4x100 meter ... (CBS News)

Katie Ledecky won bronze in the women's 400-meter freestyle, while Team USA won silver in the women's 4x100-meter freestyle.

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Team USA races to 5 medals in first full day of Paris Olympics (NBC New York)

Australia's Ariarne Titmus repeated as Olympic champion in the women's 400m freestyle, with Team USA's Katie Ledecky taking bronze. The USMNT rebounded from a ...

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