Steph Curry Leads Team USA to Dramatic Gold Medal Victory Over France!
Paris,
France - August 11, 2024 - In a thrilling display of clutch shooting, Stephen Curry cemented his
legacy on the world stage by leading Team USA to a hard-fought 98-87 victory
over France in the men's basketball Olympic final.
This win
marks Curry's first Olympic gold medal, a dream he's chased for years after
missing out on previous Olympic selections.
The Golden State Warriors star erupted for 24 points, all on
three-pointers, including four crucial
triples in the final three minutes to seal the deal for Team USA.
Young Star Shines, Wembanyama Faces Off Against Curry
Prior to
Curry's heroics, all eyes were on the much-anticipated matchup between Curry
and the highly-touted French phenom Victor Wembanyama. While Wembanyama put up
a valiant effort, Curry's experience and shooting prowess proved too much to
handle.
Team USA Continues Dominance
This victory
extends Team USA's dominance in men's Olympic basketball, securing their fifth
consecutive gold medal. The win sparked jubilant celebrations across the
country, solidifying the USA's position as a global powerhouse in the sport.
Curry's "Night Night" Hoodie Goes Viral
Adding a
touch of playful banter, Curry was spotted wearing a hoodie with the phrase
"Night Night" in French after the game, a playful jab at the defeated
French team. The image quickly went viral, adding another layer to Curry's
iconic performance.
Key Stats and Further Reading
USA vs.
France Box Score:
Find a detailed breakdown of the game's statistics here
https://africa.espn.com/mens-olympics-basketball/boxscore/_/gameId/401694866
Steph
Curry Stats: Dive
deeper into Curry's Olympic performance with his individual stats.
Team USA
Roster: See the full
roster of Team USA's gold medal-winning squad
https://www.usab.com/teams/5x5-mens-olympics/roster
Don't miss
out on the post-game interviews and analysis from experts as they dissect this
historic victory for Steph Curry and Team USA!
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