TOKYO, 31 July 2021, (TON): The Czech Republic kept it close for most of the first half, but the Americans adopted defensive intensity in the second half and performed a better team coordination.
Durant scored 23 points on just 8-of-11 shooting to lead the US to second half 119 - 84 victory over the Czech Republic.
The US ends group play with a 2-1 record and will advance to the quarterfinals, which begin Tuesday. The opponent and game time will be determined following the end of pool play Sunday.