Two years ago, Stephen Curry set his sights on Olympic gold after capturing his fourth NBA title. And in a defining moment, he secured the medal.
With Curry’s 24 points leading the way, the U.S. reclaimed the top spot in men’s international basketball with a 98-87 victory over France in the Paris Games final on Saturday night. This marked the fifth consecutive gold medal for the U.S. and their 17th in 20 total appearances at the Olympics.
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Curry showcased his skills with four crucial 3-pointers in the final minutes, including the one that sealed the win with 1:19 remaining, extending the U.S. lead to 93-84. His celebratory skip down the court and emphatic gesture of the “USA” on his jersey emphasized the victory.
As if that wasn’t enough, Curry added one more 3-pointer with 30 seconds left, punctuating the win with his signature “go to sleep” move. The result: gold secured once again.
