Game Details
The Greece vs. Canada matchup is set to be one of four games in the men's basketball competition on Saturday, marking the opening day of Olympic basketball.
Giannis Antetokounmpo led Greece to Olympic qualification with a hard-fought victory over Croatia in the qualifying tournament. This will be a historic moment for the Milwaukee Bucks superstar, as it's his first Olympic appearance, while also being the fourth for the Greek national team.
For Canada, this is a significant moment as well—the team has not qualified for the Olympics for 24 years, with their last participation dating back to the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Last year, they showcased their strength by winning the bronze medal at the FIBA World Cup.
With strong expectations surrounding Canada, who is considered a top contender for the gold medal alongside Team USA, they enter this game as the favorites.
Game Schedule
- Date: Saturday, July 27
- Location: Pierre Mauroy Stadium, Villeneuve d'Ascq in Lille
- Time: 3:00 PM EDT
How to Watch
TV Broadcast: Viewers can catch the live broadcast of the Greece vs. Canada game on CNBC.
Live Streaming Options: Fans looking to stream the game can do so via Peacock and FuboTV.
Recent Performances Greece:
With Giannis Antetokounmpo at the helm, Greece's chances are always promising. Before the Olympics, Greece played two exhibition matches: they narrowly defeated Puerto Rico 67-65 and faced a tougher challenge against Serbia, losing 94-72.
Canada: Canada also participated in three exhibition games leading up to the Olympics. They faced off against Team USA on July 11, losing 86-72. However, they bounced back to defeat Victor Wembanyama's France, winning 85-73, and capped off their preparation with a convincing 103-93 win against Puerto Rico.
Stay tuned for an exciting opener as Greece takes on Canada in what promises to be a thrilling Olympic basketball showdown!