US Wins Fifth Straight Olympic Basketball Gold

Stephen Curry led Team USA to its fifth consecutive Olympic men's basketball gold medal with a 98-87 win over France at the Paris 2024 Games. Curry, making his Olympic debut at 36, scored 24 points, including four critical 3-pointers in the final minutes to secure the victory. The U.S. team, featuring NBA stars like Kevin Durant, LeBron James, and Devin Booker, overcame a late push from France, who were led by Victor Wembanyama's 26 points. This win marks the 17th gold medal for Team USA in 20 Olympic appearances. Curry's performance in the final was the culmination of his long-anticipated Olympic journey, fulfilling his last major career goal.