Curry Leads Team USA to Olympic Gold in Paris

In a thrilling final at the Paris Games, the U.S. men's basketball team secured its fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal with a 98-87 victory over France. Stephen Curry led the charge, scoring 24 points and hitting four crucial three-pointers in the final minutes, including a decisive shot that put the U.S. ahead 93-84 with just over a minute remaining. This victory marks the 17th gold for the U.S. in 20 Olympic appearances, reaffirming its dominance in international basketball. Curry's performance was complemented by Kevin Durant and Devin Booker, who each contributed 15 points, while LeBron James added 14 points, further solidifying his legacy with a fourth Olympic medal. Durant made history as the first player to win four gold medals in men's Olympic basketball. The American team celebrated their victory by waving U.S. flags, a familiar scene for the French, who faced the U.S. in the gold medal match for the second consecutive Olympics. Despite a strong showing from France's Victor Wembanyama, who scored 26 points, the game was tightly contested. The U.S. initially led by 14 points but saw their advantage shrink as France mounted a comeback. A late surge from the Americans, however, ensured they maintained control and clinched the gold, leaving the French team to reflect on another near miss in their quest for Olympic glory.