As Team USA faced off against Serbia earlier today, it was apparent from the jump that their opponent wouldn’t go quietly. The Serbian squad, led by reigning NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, had themselves an incredible 1st quarter: They buried 5 of their 9 three point attempts, and their jumpers landing was a trend that would hold to the final buzzer of the semifinal matchup.
Read MoreWinning three titles with the Bulls and a pair of championships with the Spurs, Steve Kerr ended his playing days with five rings. Draymond Green and Kevin Durant have combined for five rings as well, earning the jewelry with the Warriors.
And starting in July, the Warriors coach and forward will be reunited with the two-time NBA Finals MVP, but for them, the five rings in play won’t be diamond-studded – they’ll be the five Olympic rings.
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