Loss to Nigeria may become learning tool for USA Basketball

United States coach Gregg Popovich calls to his team during an exhibition basketball game against Nigeria, Saturday, July 10, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

United States' Zach LaVine (5) and Kevin Durant (7) defend against Nigeria's Chima Moneke during an exhibition basketball game Saturday, July 10, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

Nigeria's Gabe Nnamdi Vincent (22) and United States' Damian Lillard (6) chase the ball during an exhibition basketball game Saturday, July 10, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

United States' Bam Adebayo (13) looks on from the sideline during an exhibition basketball game against Nigeria, Saturday, July 10, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)