The United States men’s basketball team clinched their fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics, defeating host nation France 98-87 in a captivating final at the Bercy Arena. The victory extends the USA’s remarkable Olympic winning streak, which has remained unbroken since 2004.Stephen Curry emerged as the hero for Team USA, delivering a clutch performance with 24 points, including four crucial three-pointers in the final 2:43 of the game. Curry’s sharpshooting proved decisive in sealing the victory, as he celebrated by skipping down the court and shaking his jersey. ‘The whole fourth quarter was unreal,’ Curry remarked, savoring his first Olympic gold medal.The US team, coached by Steve Kerr, showcased their depth and talent throughout the tournament. Kevin Durant etched his name in the history books by securing his fourth Olympic gold medal, becoming the most decorated player in men’s basketball Olympic history. LeBron James, potentially in his last Olympic appearance at age 39, contributed 14 points, 10 assists, and 6 rebounds.Despite a valiant effort from the French team, led by rising star Victor Wembanyama who scored a game-high 26 points, the Americans’ firepower proved too much to overcome. French coach Vincent Collet acknowledged the US team’s superiority, stating, ‘It’s their incredible talent that made the difference’.This victory not only cements the United States’ dominance in Olympic basketball but also serves as redemption for their loss to Germany in the 2023 World Cup. As the team celebrated their hard-fought win, the players looked forward to reminiscing about their golden moment with medals around their necks.
Key points
- The US men’s basketball team won their fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal, defeating France 98-87 in the final.
- Stephen Curry led the US team with 24 points, including crucial three-pointers in the final minutes.
- Kevin Durant became the first player to win four Olympic gold medals in men’s basketball.
- Victor Wembanyama led France with 26 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the US team.
