Fans around the world erupted in excitement as Stephen Curry, LeBron James, and Team USA secured the gold medal at the 2024 Olympics with a commanding 98-87 victory over France. This win marks the United States’ fifth consecutive Olympic gold in men’s basketball, continuing their dominance on the global stage.
One fan called Curry the greatest point guard ever.
BEST POINT GUARD EVER pic.twitter.com/0SphWARtiy
— Ghost Aeolus (@Aeolus) August 10, 2024
A second fan called this team the greatest USA squad of all time.
The best USA team of all time.
— Cameron Gilliam (@CameronJGilliam) August 10, 2024
A third fan said this game was never in doubt as with Curry cooking France.
Never a doubt with Chef Curry cooking up defenses
— Front Man (@FrontManFinance) August 10, 2024
A fourth fan said Noah Lyles is crying after Team USA won gold.
https://twitter.com/sxvixn/status/1822384205223112707
A fifth fan called LeBron and Curry doing a ‘Night-Night’ celebration as a GOAT pic.
https://twitter.com/MovingWorkSaint/status/1822381805565050900
Team USA took control of the game early, building a solid 49-41 lead by halftime. They maintained their momentum throughout, closing out France in the final quarter to claim the gold. Stephen Curry led the charge with a sensational performance, scoring 24 points on 8-14 shooting from the field, including a remarkable 8-13 from beyond the arc. Curry also contributed 5 assists and 2 steals, solidifying his impact in what was his first Olympic appearance.
LeBron James, in his fourth Olympic run, added another double-double to his illustrious career, finishing with 14 points, 10 assists, and 6 rebounds on 6-10 shooting. Kevin Durant, another veteran of Team USA, chipped in with 15 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists, while Devin Booker contributed 15 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists.
France put up a valiant fight, led by rising star Victor Wembanyama, who finished with 26 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists. Guerschon Yabusele added 20 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the American powerhouse.
Stephen Curry, who had been relatively quiet throughout the tournament, exploded in the semifinals to help Team USA erase a 17-point deficit. He carried that momentum into the final, delivering a performance that will go down as one of the highlights of his storied career. Fans took to social media to praise Curry’s spectacular showing, with many calling it a fitting end to his first Olympic journey.
As the final buzzer sounded, the celebration began, with fans and players alike reveling in yet another golden moment for Team USA basketball.
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