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Canada's Men's Basketball Team Reveals Roster for Paris Olympics
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    Canada’s Men’s Basketball Team Reveals Roster for Paris Olympics

    Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray headline a Canadian men’s basketball team heavy with NBA experience that will compete at this summer’s Paris Olympics.

    Canada Basketball and the Canadian Olympic Committee announced the roster Wednesday, with 11 of the 12 players named boasting playing time in the world’s premier basketball league.

    Hamilton’s Gilgeous-Alexander starred as Canada qualified for the Olympics at the 2023 FIBA World Cup, ending the tournament with a win over the United States in the bronze-medal game.

    Team captain Kelly Olynyk and RJ Barret will represent the Toronto Raptors on Canada’s roster, which also includes World Cup standout Dillon Brooks of the Houston Rockets and defensive stalwart Luguentz Dort of the Thunder.

    Canada’s men’s basketball team will be making its first Olympic appearance since finishing seventh at the 2000 Sydney Games.

    Basketball will take place July 27 to Aug. 11.

    The full 12-player roster is as follows:

    Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Toronto, Minnesota Timberwolve (NBA)
    RJ Barrett, Mississauga, Ont., Toronto Raptors (NBA)
    Khem Birch, Montreal, Bàsquet Girona (Spain/Liga)
    Dillon Brooks, Mississauga, Ont., Houston Rockets (NBA)
    Luguentz Dort, Montreal, Oklahoma City Thunder (NBA)
    Melvin Ejim, Toronto, Unicaja (Spain/Liga)
    Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Hamilton, Ont., Oklahoma City Thunder (NBA)
    Trey Lyles, Saskatoon, Sask., Sacramento Kings (NBA)
    Jamal Murray, Kitchener, Ont., Denver Nuggets (NBA)
    Andrew Nembhard, Aurora, Ont., Indiana Pacers (NBA)
    Kelly Olynyk, Kamloops, B.C., Toronto Raptors (NBA)
    Dwight Powell, Toronto, Dallas Mavericks (NBA)

    — with files from Sportsnet Staff

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    Canada’s Men’s Basketball Team has officially announced their roster for the upcoming Paris Olympics, set to take place this summer. The team, which is led by head coach Nick Nurse, features a mix of seasoned veterans and up-and-coming young talent.

    One of the most notable names on the roster is NBA All-Star and Toronto Raptors forward, Andrew Wiggins. Wiggins, who has been a key player for the Canadian national team in recent years, will be looking to lead his country to a strong showing in Paris.

    Joining Wiggins on the roster are several other NBA players, including Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Orlando Magic center Khem Birch. These players bring a wealth of experience and talent to the team, and will be crucial in Canada’s quest for Olympic success.

    In addition to the NBA players, the roster also features several players who have had success playing professionally overseas. This includes sharpshooting guard Cory Joseph, who has played in the NBA for several years before heading overseas to continue his career.

    Overall, Canada’s Men’s Basketball Team looks to be a strong contender in Paris, with a roster that boasts both talent and depth. With a mix of NBA stars and experienced international players, the team has the potential to make a deep run in the tournament and compete for a medal.

    Fans of Canadian basketball will be eagerly anticipating the start of the Olympics, as they cheer on their team and hope for a successful showing on the international stage. With a talented roster and a proven coach in Nick Nurse, Canada’s Men’s Basketball Team is poised to make a statement in Paris and showcase the growing strength of basketball in the country.