United States Reach Final of Olympic Basketball Tournament in Paris
The United States showcased their prowess at the Olympic Games in Paris 2024, fielding a formidable “Dream Team” reminiscent of the legendary squad that dominated the 1992 Barcelona Games. Led by NBA MVPs LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and Joel Embiid, the Americans entered the tournament as favorites.
However, their path to the final wasn’t without challenges. In the semi-finals against Serbia, the reigning world champions relied on their star player, Nikola Jokic, to carry the load. Despite a valiant effort, the Serbs fell short, falling 95-91 to the ”Dream Team.”
The Americans staged a remarkable comeback in the final quarter, fueled by LeBron James and Stephen Curry’s offensive prowess. Despite the valiant efforts of the Serbian team, who led by as many as 13 points in the third quarter, the United States emerged victorious.
Stephen Curry was the top scorer for the Americans with 36 points and 9 three-pointers. LeBron James recorded a triple-double with 16 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists.
Serbia’s Bogdan Bogdanovich scored 20 points, while Nikola Jokic added 17 points and 11 assists. Despite their valiant efforts, the Serbs settled for bronze, losing to Germany in the third-place game.