Newark's own Kenneth Faried saves USA Basketball team at FIBA World Cup

With the United States down by 5 points at halftime against Turkey Newark's (NJ) own Kenneth Faried stepped up and saved the day for Team USA. Kenneth Faried finished with 22 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 blocks during what was not a good game for the US Team in the early going.

Displaying the grit, defensive tenacity, and hustle the Newark native out of Technol0gy High is known for Faried help lead a rally that resulted with Team USA winning 98-77. Anthony Davis finished with 19 points and 6 rebounds. James Harden chipped in with 14 points. Team USA is now 2-0 with victories over Finland and Turkey.

Is it too risky for NBA players to play on their national team?

I've sure by now that all basketball fans have seen the season ending injury suffered by Paul George during a scrimmage between squads from the US Team. Until now a serious season ending injury for a player representing their country had been a "what if", now it's a reality. Some owners like Marc Cuban have been vocal in not wanting to have their players play for the national team. Some players opt out for safety reasons or just to rest up after a long season. Other players feel that it's an honor and can't wait to represent their country. My question to you all is should players suit up for their national team and risk injury?