The men's basketball tournament at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, began on 29 July and ended on 12 August, when the United States defeated Spain 107–100 for the gold medal. All preliminary games were held at the Basketball Arena within the Olympic Park, while the knockout matches took place at The O2 Arena. Men's basketball at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London — the final on August 12, 2012. 🥇 United States · 🥈 Spain · 🥉 Russia Wiki link