Anthony Davis continued to showcase his dominance for Team USA in an exhibition game victory over Australia, despite the rest of the team showing signs of rustiness. It’s clear that even in July, Davis is performing at a postseason level.

In the match against Australia, Davis once again stood out as the best player on the court, contributing 17 points, 14 rebounds, and two blocks in just 18 minutes of play. Despite Team USA’s eventual 98-92 win in Abu Dhabi, they faced a tense fourth quarter as Australia rallied from a 22-point deficit to narrow the gap to just four points in the final seconds.

While stars like LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Jayson Tatum didn’t close out the game, Davis’s impactful performance, including a crucial corner 3-pointer assisted by LeBron, underscored his pivotal role on the team. Notably, Davis also saw minutes with the starting lineup in the second half, further solidifying his influence, especially alongside defensive stalwarts Jrue Holiday and Bam Adebayo.

Looking ahead, Team USA will take on Serbia in their next game on Wednesday in Abu Dhabi, aiming to build on their performance as they continue their preparation.