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You want 'em?  You got 'em - U.S. to face Scolas!
You want 'em? You got 'em - U.S. to face Scolas!
The "Redeem Team" (even though the team is filled with such shady characters as Carlos Boozer, Jason Kidd, Carmelo Anthony and even Kobe) continues its march toward the Gold Medal. Next up? Argentina. A team Kobe Bryant not-so-secretly wished the U.S. would play. So, you wanna face Argentina, huh? Well... now's your chance. Just remember one thing: Luis Scola is a badass! (even if Manu is a ...
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The Internets are alive: Gearing up for Team USA vs. Argentina
Ball Don't Lie — ... The Dream Shake: Next up? Argentina. A team Kobe Bryant not-so-secretly wished the U.S. would play. So, you wanna face Argentina, huh? Well ... now's your chance. Just remember one thing: ...

Words About Argentina
Hardwood Paroxysm — ... Luis Scola- I'll admit it. I like Scola. I saw Scola early last season and admired him for his hustle and his willingness to just get the job done. He's like Nocioni. Only with athleticism and coordination. And not being paid the gross national income of, well... Argentina. But people have gone overboard. Particularly one site that's prone to exaggeration. We're not talking about Tim Duncan here. He's not an all-star. He does get worn down by guys bigger than him. And his offense is about as versatile as a hammer. You don't carve with a hammer. You don't weld with it. You ...

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