Throughout these Olympic games, the United States has looked to be head and shoulders above the rest of the field in this men’s basketball tournament. That isn’t much of a surprise. After all, Team USA are heavy favorites to take home the gold medal, but that doesn't mean the path to securing the top prize will be an easy one. After rolling through group play and Brazil in the quarterfinals, the United States continues its quest for a gold medal with a matchup against Serbia in the semifinal round. With a 16.5-point spread listed at most outlets, oddsmakers aren't giving the Serbian national team much of a shot to hang with the United States in this one. But that's why they play the games, right?
Let's take a look at the odds and my prediction for this semifinal stage game in Paris.
USA vs Serbia men’s basketball betting lines and odds
Point Spread:'Serbia +16.5, USA -16.5
Total Points Over/Under: 188 points
Money Line Odds:'Serbia +950, USA -1650