London Olympics | Men’s basketball

Kobe Bryant gets a hand to the face from Australia forward Matt Nielsen during a quarterfinal matchup, which the U.S. won.   (Mark Ralston / Associated Press)

Kobe Bryant reacts during the U.S. men’s quarterfinal game against Australia.   (Ronald Martinez / Getty Images)

Kevin Love of the United States shoots over Australia’s David Andersen during the men’s quarterfinal game.   (Harry E. Walker / McClatchy-Tribune)

A LeBron James fan holds up a sign during the U.S. men’s basketball victory over Australia.  (Christian Petersen / Getty Images)

Kevin Durant of the United States battles Australia’s Patrick Mills for a loose ball during the men’s quarterfinal.  (Eric Gay / Associated Press)

Kobe Bryant of the U.S. is defended by Australia’s Matt Nielsen.  (Eric Gay / Associated Press)

LeBron James of the United States handles the ball during the first quarter of the men’s quarterfinal game against Australia.   (Christian Petersen / Getty Images)