These two are a dissgrace to the colours!

[SpurYank]

I hate them both, equally, when they play against our Spurs. But when they carry our flag against anybody else, I am 100% for them, ALL of them. I loved their behavior when we won the gold. I even had a tear or two. As much as I dislike Kobe, I was very impressed with his behavior.

You've got to get over your prejudices.

We are all Americans.

[Capt Bringdown]

Hey, we ain't brits, it's "colors," not "colours."

I don't think these guys have done anything wrong, other than treat the flag somewhat disrespectfully.

I do think there has been a gradual erosion of sportsmanship over the years. That's why I admire Duncan's throwback stoicism so much.

Out of respect for the compe ion, your opponent and yourself, you try to control yourself when you win or lose. This is a value that is vanishing.

[samikeyp]

If you are proud for what these 2 individuals displayed on the court wearing USA on their chest, than I hold no grudge against you being embarrassed for me as I pitty you.

I would have loved to cheer for Team USA, but aHole #1 and aHole #2 made it just impossible for me to cheer for them. I just couldn't ignore their behaviour like Spurschick pointed out to do.

Furthermore, I see the difference between LeBron and Kobe's yness.
That comes with the game. Trust me, there is nobody I hate more than Blowme Bryant, but when he held his finger for his lips to silence the crowd, I had nothing against that. It's the foul cowardy plays of Melo and CP3 that got my blood boiling.

So typicaly that Melo was known for throwing that punch in an NBA game and than running away, now CP3 did the same.

So if its just because of aHole #1 and aHole #2....why do you refer to Team USA as "Team Arrogance"?

[E20]

[DROB4EVER]

Dont forget ahole #3 and his butt licking side kick...kobe, wade. Melo is a born loser and will always carry himself poorly....he will never win a ring. Paul is very overated and acts as if he is the best player in the NBA....win something first pal.

They showed a lack of respect for the game.

[romad_20]

Can we all agree that Carmello is a worthless pos and be happy the US won in spite of him being a ?

[IronMexican]

Dont forget ahole #3 and his butt licking side kick...kobe, wade. Melo is a born loser and will always carry himself poorly....he will never win a ring. Paul is very overated and acts as if he is the best player in the NBA....win something first pal.

They showed a lack of respect for the game.

wanna go look at the 2003 final 4?

[alamo50]

So if its just because of aHole #1 and aHole #2....why do you refer to Team USA as "Team Arrogance"?

Because almost the entire team showed arrogant behaviour during the entire tournament. Why was everybody talking about this in concern to "Dream Team II" and now all is OK?

What is difficult to understand about what I have to say???
People should get their heads out of their asses!

About people claiming for CP3 to be a class act:

ARE YOU ING KIDDING ME????

[samikeyp]

Because almost the entire team showed arrogant behaviour during the entire tournament.

Who and what did they do?

I will give you Melo and I know you are going to refer to Kobe's "shhh" to the Spanish crowd so that is two. Who else and what specifically did they do?

[KidCongo]

Couldn't agree more. And from a conduct and comportment perspective, this team exceeded that of the Dream Team in that they actively took part in the full Olympic experience. They attended the other events, pubically and privately rooted for their countrymen, and were accessible to fans, media and the other athletes. They also took time to "soak up" the local flavor and culture of the country. They were very aware of the stage they were on and did nothing to embarrass themselves or the fans back home. A good job both on and off the court.

One thing they didn't do is stay at the athletes village. But everyone can't be perfect.

BTW Boozer is an arrogant , wouldn't help up players in garbage time after he commits a hard foul.

[samikeyp]

One thing they didn't do is stay at the athletes village. But everyone can't be perfect.

BTW Boozer is an arrogant , wouldn't help up players in garbage time after he commits a hard foul.

IMO, that's not arrogance, but it is bad sportsmanship.