Gilgeous-Alexander to Represent Canada at Paris Games; Murray Withdraws
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TORONTO — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has officially committed to play for the Canadian men’s basketball team at the 2024 Paris Olympics, while fellow NBA guard Jamal Murray will not participate, the program confirmed.
The announcement secures the presence of Gilgeous-Alexander, an All-NBA performer with the Oklahoma City Thunder, on a roster already qualified for Paris. Murray, a key member of the Denver Nuggets, was ruled out for the Summer Games, ending hopes of pairing the two star guards in Canada’s backcourt.
No additional details regarding Murray’s withdrawal were provided in the statement. Canada is scheduled to open Olympic play on July 27.
Source: ESPN
