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In 1972, the USA Basketball team faced a controversial defeat in the Munich Olympics final against the Soviet Union. The game ended in a 50-49 loss for the Americans, marked by a series of disputed refereeing decisions and a last-second play that allowed the Soviets to score after the clock had expired. This defeat was significant as it was the first time the USA men's basketball team lost an Olympic game, leading to lasting debates about sportsmanship and fairness in the competition. Following the game, the American team refused to accept their silver medals in protest.

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