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South Sudan men's basketball team
Head coach Roy Ivey gave an interview and shared the grueling story behind the team. Ivey said, "We don't have a gym, dorms or other facilities. Luol Deng has been funding the program out of his own pocket for four years. He pays for the gym, hotels, plane tickets and everything else. Hats off to him and those employees. We couldn't have put this team together without them."
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Olympic men's basketball team
In the group stage, the South Sudanese men's basketball team achieved its first Olympic win in team history with a 90-79 comeback victory over Puerto Rico. The victory was not only a reflection of the team's strength, but also the result of four years of hard work by Luol Deng and the team.
The South Sudanese men's basketball team has finally made its mark on the international stage through unremitting efforts and perseverance under difficult conditions. This young team showed strong fighting force and unity spirit, and won the attention and respect of the world. The testimonial of the head coach Ivey deeply embodies the hardship and difficulties behind the team, and also shows people the hope and change that basketball brings globally.
