LeBron James as Team USA Flagbearer at Paris Olympics

LeBron James will be the male flagbearer for Team USA at the Paris Olympics, with the female flagbearer to be announced. The ceremony will be held on the river Seine, marking the first time a Summer Olympics has opened outside the main stadium.

Injury of Giannis Antetokounmpo affecting Milwaukee Bucks' playoff chances

Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to be out for the start of the Milwaukee Bucks' first-round series against the Indiana Pacers due to a left calf strain. The Bucks face the possibility of being upset in the opening round of the postseason.