Beijing Opens the 2008 Olympics

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Al Tielemans / Sports Illustrated

Looking On
USA Men's basketball team-members LeBron James, Kobe Bryant and coach Mike Krzyzewski watch the Opening Ceremonies from the floor of the stadium after parading in with rest of the American athletes.

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