For the longest time, NBA fans have only seen Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James and Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry on opposing ends of the court. But after playing together in the Olympics, the league’s leading scorer has something beautiful to say about the time spent playing with the point guard. The United States basketball team, led by James and Curry, delivered a dominant performance to win the Olympic gold medal in Paris.
The star-studded American squad, featuring several NBA MVP winners and All-Stars, proved too strong for the host nation France, winning with a score of 98-87 in a thrilling final. Despite a spirited effort from the French, led by the promising young talent Victor Wembanyama , the US team showcased their depth and experience. Curry was the standout performer, putting on a shooting masterclass in the final minutes to secure the victory.
The win continued the US’s dominance in Olympic basketball, extending their streak of gold medals to five consecutive tournaments. The current crop of players have drawn comparisons to the legendary Dream Team of 1992, cementing their place in history. The electric atmosphere at the Bercy Arena in Paris only added to the occasion, with the French president Emmanuel Macron and a host of sporting icons in attendance.
Although the home team fell short, their performance was a testament to the growing strength of international basketball. Four-Time NBA Champion LeBron James Take on Playing With Stephen Curry at the Paris Olympics After Team USA won the gold, James revealed what it felt like playing with Curry. In a tweet shared by ClutchPoints on X , the Lakers star highlighted what made the point guard special.
LeBron James on playing with Steph Curry “You just marvel at his talent. Obviously, I’ve seen it before, you know, on the opposite side. But having him on your side, you just try to get stops and figure out other ways on the other end, but keep finding him.
Keep getting him...
pic.twitter.com/s34ZGqgyOs — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) August 12, 2024 Along with Kevin Durant , James and Curry are unlikely to participate in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Both stars expressed doubts about their ability to maintain their elite level of play, while the Phoenix Suns star left the door open but acknowledged the challenge of playing at 39. The trio’s eight Olympic gold medals cement their legacies, but the 2028 Games may mark the end of an era for these basketball legends. Even though the two won’t play together for the Olympics in the future, the time they had in Paris was still a huge delight for fans.
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