Team USA is set to kick off their FIBA World Cup campaign with a game against New Zealand. Can the Americans secure a comfortable victory over their opponents? The latest odds suggest so.

Although Team USA had a scare in their last exhibition game against Germany, they are still the betting favorite to win the FIBA World Cup. In that game, Anthony Edwards saved the day with a 34-point performance. However, there shouldn't be any scare in Saturday's opener against New Zealand, as the Kiwis don't have a single NBA player on their roster.

The best sports betting apps have Team USA as a 35-point favorite in a game that is predicted to be one-sided. Despite not having the star power of previous Team USA squads, this de facto junior varsity team is still favored to win the World Cup. Anthony Edwards has emerged as the team's offensive centerpiece, backed up by Mikal Bridges and NBA Defensive Player of the Year Jaren Jackson Jr.

Although this may not be the roster that will represent the USA in the 2024 Olympics, they are expected to dominate New Zealand in their World Cup opener. Will they live up to expectations? Stay tuned to find out.