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Olympic basketball games today: United States vs Nigeria highlight Paris Games slate

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Olympic basketball games today: United States vs Nigeria highlight Paris Games slate

The knockout stage of the 2024 Paris Olympics women’s basketball tournament is here, with four teams hoping to advance to the semifinal round.

Among the eight teams in contention for a spot in the next round is the United States, who went undefeated in the group stage and faces Nigeria in the quarterfinals. Serbia, Australia, Spain, Belgium, Germany and France are the other six teams vying looking to move on in the win-or-go-home scenario.

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The U.S. defeated Serbia, South Sudan and Puerto Rico, all by double-digits, in the group stage. Team USA is undoubtedly the favorites to take home the gold medal.

Here’s the full Olympic basketball schedule for Wednesday:

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Olympic basketball schedule today

Here’s the full Olympic women’s basketball schedule for Wednesday, August 7:

All times Eastern

  • Serbia vs. Australia: 5 a.m. | Peacock and NBCOlympics.com

  • Spain vs. Belgium: 8:30 a.m. | Peacock and NBCOlympics.com

  • Germany vs. France: Noon | Peacock and NBCOlympics.com

  • Nigeria vs. United States: 3:15 p.m. | USA Network (Fubo), Peacock and NBCOlympics.com

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What channel is Olympic basketball on today?

The United States’ quarterfinal matchup against Nigeria will air live on USA Network on Thursday, with streaming options available on NBCOlympics.com, Peacock or Fubo, the last of which offers a free trial to potential subscribers.

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