PARIS (AP) — Stephen Curry was thinking about this two years ago, after winning his fourth NBA title with the Golden State Warriors. The only thing left for him to win was Olympic gold. The Curry Olympic title highlights his role in maintaining the US’s basketball supremacy. #CurryOlympicTitle
And in the ultimate moment, he made sure that medal would be his.
The U.S. reclaimed its place at the top of international men’s basketball with Curry’s 24 points, all from 3-pointers. Curry led the team to a 98-87 victory over France in the Paris Games final. This win marks the fifth consecutive gold medal for the U.S. and their 17th gold in 20 Olympic appearances.
“You just stay confident, stay present and don’t get rattled by the moment,” said Curry, who had 17 3-pointers in his last two games, starting with nine against Serbia to get to the gold-medal game.
Added U.S. coach Steve Kerr: “Steph earned this.”
Curry made four 3-pointers in the final 2:43, including the one that just sealed the win with 1:19 remaining. It put the U.S. up 93-84 and he skipped down the court letting out a yell, shaking his jersey so everyone could see the “USA” across the front.
He then added another with 30 seconds left, performing the “go to sleep” move by placing his hands on his face.
Good night. Game over. Gold won. Again.
“For me to get a gold medal is insane, and I thank God for the opportunity to experience it,” Curry said.
Throughout the game, Curry demonstrated why he is a key player. His contributions led to securing the Curry Olympic title once again for the US. As the final buzzer approached, his crucial plays solidified Team USA’s position at the top. #CurryOlympicTitle
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