Next USA Olympic Basketball Game: 2028 Schedule & Info

By Sarah Miller · November 24, 2046

The next USA Olympic basketball game will be during the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, scheduled for July 14–August 6, 2028. Specific game dates and opponents will be confirmed closer to the event after qualifying rounds and draw ceremonies.

When Are the Next USA Olympic Basketball Games?

The United States men's and women's basketball teams are expected to compete at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, California. As hosts, the U.S. automatically qualifies for both tournaments. The basketball events will take place from July 14 to August 6, 2028, with exact game schedules released by FIBA and the IOC approximately 6–9 months before the games.

Key Details About the 2028 Olympic Basketball Schedule

The tournament will feature 12 teams per gender competing in a group stage followed by knockout rounds.
Games will be held at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA, a new state-of-the-art arena set to open in 2024.
The U.S. Men's Team (Team USA) aims to defend its legacy after winning gold in Tokyo 2020 and finishing third in Rio 2016.
Women's Team USA is the most decorated in Olympic history, having won seven consecutive gold medals.

How Team USA Qualifies for the Olympics

As host nation of the 2028 Games, the United States automatically qualifies for both men's and women's basketball tournaments. However, other nations must go through a rigorous qualification process:

Olympic Qualification Pathways

FIBA World Cup Performance: Top performers from each region earn direct berths.
Olympic Qualifying Tournaments (OQTs): Held in 2027, featuring 24 teams competing for 6 remaining spots.
Host Nation Berth: Reserved for the hosting country if not already qualified.
FIBA Rankings: Used as tiebreakers and seeding criteria.

Tournament	Year	Host City	USA Men's Result	USA Women's Result
Summer Olympics	2020	Tokyo	Gold Medal	Gold Medal
Summer Olympics	2016	Rio de Janeiro	Bronze Medal	Gold Medal
FIBA World Cup	2023	Philippines/Japan/Indonesia	Fourth Place	N/A
Summer Olympics	2012	London	Gold Medal	Gold Medal
Olympic Qualifying Tournament	2020	Various	Not Required	Not Required

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The table highlights recent performances by Team USA across major international competitions. Notably, while the men's team has faced increased global competition—failing to medal at the 2019 World Cup—the women's team remains dominant, winning every Olympic gold since 1996. The 2023 FIBA World Cup showed progress for the men’s squad, finishing fourth after a strong late run.

What to Expect From Team USA in 2028

With the Olympics returning to American soil after 32 years, expectations for Team USA are sky-high. Both rosters are expected to feature NBA and WNBA superstars, with early speculation pointing to players like Jayson Tatum, Stephen Curry, A'ja Wilson, and Breanna Stewart.

Factors Influencing Team USA's 2028 Performance

Home-Court Advantage: Playing in front of domestic crowds in Los Angeles could boost performance.
Roster Continuity: Many current stars may still be active in 2028, ensuring depth and experience.
Global Competition Growth: Nations like France, Canada, Australia, and Serbia continue improving, making gold less guaranteed.
Injury Management: With NBA/WNBA seasons ending in June, player availability and fatigue will be key concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions About USA Olympic Basketball

When is the next USA Olympic basketball game?

The next USA Olympic basketball games will occur during the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, from July 14 to August 6, 2028. Exact game dates will be announced in late 2027 or early 2028.

Will Team USA play in the 2028 Olympics?

Yes, Team USA will compete in both the men's and women's basketball tournaments at the 2028 Olympics. As host nation, they automatically qualify without needing to go through qualifying tournaments.

Where will the 2028 Olympic basketball games be held?

The basketball events for the 2028 Olympics will be held at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, a new 18,000-seat arena currently under construction and scheduled to open in 2024.

Who is coaching Team USA basketball for 2028?

As of 2025, no official coaches have been named for the 2028 Olympic teams. Steve Kerr led the men's team in 2024, while Cheryl Reeve coached the women's team. Coaching appointments are typically finalized 12–18 months before the Games.

How can I watch the next USA Olympic basketball games?

The 2028 USA Olympic basketball games will be broadcast live on NBC and streamed via Peacock, NBCOlympics.com, and the NBC Sports app. International viewers can watch through their local Olympic broadcasters or the Olympics YouTube channel.