It seems like the Beijing Olympics are winding down. Most of the medals have been handed out and all but a few of the glamour events are in the books. But the Games still have some drama to offer.

The men’s basketball gold is still up for grabs. Though the US is heavily favored, they are not immune to upsets. Lithuania and Spain are also still in the hunt.

The men’s marathon and decathlon are still yet to be concluded. The marathon is traditionally the final event of the Olympics, with the medals being awarded at the closing ceremonies.

Argentina and Nigeria will play in the men’s gold medal soccer match at the Bird’s Nest. Argentina is heavily favored to repeat their 2004 medal winning performance, but Nigeria has looked quite good throughout the Olympic tournament.

A gold medalist will come from the baseball tournament. Cuba has looked dominant, but the US has struggled. This will be the final baseball gold handed out in the Olympics. It will not be an Olympic sport in 2012.

Bernard Lagat has one more chance at Olympic glory when he competes in the men’s 5,000 meters. He disappointed himself and the US by not even advancing out of the semifinal heat in the 1,500-meters, despite being heavily favored for gold.

The US has had a terrible boxing tournament. All but one of the US’s pugilists failed to advance to the medal round. The team complained about a faulty scoring system and favoritism, but these things did not stop Cuba, which sent 8 boxers into the medal rounds and is favored to take home 5 golds or more.

Volleyball and handball medals will also be awarded over the weekend. The drama for team sports is heightened because they have been playing for the entire length of the Olympics.