RJ Barrett scored 23 points, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 21, and Canada survived a big effort from Giannis Antetokounmpo to defeat Greece 86-79 in the Tokyo Olympics opener.
Canada led by as many as 16 and never trailed in the game against Greece, although Greece made it challenging in the final moments.
Gilgeous-Alexander made a crucial shot over Antetokounmpo's defense to ensure Canada maintained a four-point lead in the closing seconds, securing the victory.
Canada's first Olympic men's basketball win since 2000 at Sydney with the team earning this spot after a bronze medal at the 2019 World Cup.
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