August 10th 2024.
Two years ago, after securing his fourth NBA championship with the Golden State Warriors, Stephen Curry had his sights set on one final goal: Olympic gold. He knew that this was the only accolade missing from his already impressive resume. And in the ultimate moment, he made sure that he would be bringing home that coveted medal.
On Saturday night at the Paris Games, Curry led the US men's basketball team to a 98-87 victory over France in the final, scoring 24 points along the way. With this win, the US extended their streak of Olympic gold medals to five, and added to their impressive record of 17 gold medals in 20 appearances at the games.
As the clock ticked down to the final minutes, Curry's unmatched skill and determination were on full display. He made four consecutive three-pointers, including one in the last 1:19 that sealed the win for the US. In a moment of pure joy and triumph, Curry skipped down the court, yelling and shaking his jersey to proudly display the "USA" on the front.
But Curry wasn't the only one shining on the court that night. Kevin Durant, who became the first four-time men's gold medalist in Olympic basketball history, and Devin Booker both scored 15 points for the US. LeBron James, donning flashy metallic gold shoes, added 14 points to his impressive collection of Olympic medals.
For the second time in a row, France had to watch as the US celebrated their victory with American flags waving high. Despite a strong performance from Victor Wembanyama, who scored 26 points for France, they were unable to match the US's incredible display of talent and determination.
After the game, both teams showed great sportsmanship and respect for each other. "For sure, it's a disappointment because we expected we could do it," said France's coach, Vincent Collet. "But we have to recognize at the end that they are better."
The US team, led by head coach and Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr, faced immense pressure to bring home the gold. But as Kerr noted, his players thrive under pressure and this game was no exception. Curry's incredible shooting spree in the final minutes was just one example of the team's unwavering determination and skill.
For Curry, this victory was particularly special. He expressed his gratitude for being able to experience winning an Olympic gold medal, saying, "For me to get a gold medal is insane, and I thank God for the opportunity to experience it."
As for Kerr, this win marks the end of his run as head coach for the US team, with a remarkable record of 21 wins and only three losses. He praised Curry's performance, saying, "The shot-making was just incredible. But under the circumstances, on the road, in Paris, against France for a gold medal, this is storybook stuff."
Curry himself compared this win to a Game 7 on the road, a situation he has succeeded in before. But this victory, on an international stage, will surely go down as one of the greatest moments in his already illustrious career. And for the US team, it was truly a storybook ending to an incredible Olympic journey.
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