Team USA was upset by Lithuania Sunday morning during the group stage of the FIBA World Cup and one particular quote from Anthony Edwards did not age well.
Edwards has been the star for Team USA during this run and was asked about facing Montenegro and Lithuania last week. His response via The Athletic: “We’re not really worried about those guys.”
Well, they should have been. Granted, his comments came after a 110–62 win over Jordan on Wednesday and the Americans did beat Montenegro 85–73 on Friday. But the young star’s confidence could only take the team so far.
Team USA was dominated Sunday, specifically on the glass and behind the arc. Lithuania shot 14-for-24 (56%) from deep and out rebounded the Americans 43 to 27 in the 110–104 win.
Edwards, individually, continued his brilliance with 35 points to lead all scorers but the rest of his team struggled. Jaren Jackson Jr. was in foul trouble all game and only scored three points and mustered just one rebound. Austin Reaves, a surprise standout for the Americans during their run, shot just 1-for-4 from the field in the loss.
Team USA is set to play Italy on Tuesday and will look to bounce back in the win or go home matchup.
