Men's Basketball Gold Medal Game - Paris 2024

Overview

• The gold medal game features France vs. the United States.
• Atmosphere: Incredible color and noise at the event.
• Tony Parker, legendary French basketball player, present for the match.

Teams' Path to the Final

France

• Defeated Canada (upset victory).
• Beat Germany (the team that previously defeated them).

United States

• Overcame Serbia in a tough semifinal.

Key Player Stats

United States

• Stephen Curry: 36 points, 9 three-pointers against Serbia.
• Joel Embiid: 19 points.
• LeBron James: Triple-double with 16 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists.
• Averaging 107 points per game in the tournament.
• Undefeated record of 5-0, leading in field goal percentage (56%) and three-point percentage (45%).
• Bench scoring: 48 points per game.

France

• Vincent Collet: Head coach with experience in leading Olympic teams.
• Strong defensive play, limiting opponents to 41% shooting and averaging six blocks per game.
• Key players:
  • Yabusele: Scored 20 points per game.
  • Wembanyama: Double-double average.
  • Strasel: Known for the miracle shot against Japan.

Game Highlights

• First Quarter: Fast-paced scoring from both teams, leading to a tight score of 20-15 in favor of the United States.
• Second Quarter: France showed resilience, closing the gap with key shots from Yabusele and Wembanyama.

Key Plays

• Yabusele dunking over LeBron James, igniting the crowd.
• Multiple turnovers from both teams creating tension.
• LeBron James delivering crucial passes and plays, including a significant block.

Third Quarter

• France trailed by 6 points (72-66) entering the final quarter.
• Both teams showcased defensive strategies and offensive skills.
• Important three-point shots made by France, and crucial turnovers by the United States.

Final Quarter

• Curry delivered back-to-back three-pointers extending the lead.
• France fought back, closing the gap with Wembanyama’s three-pointer.
• United States maintained composure with strong plays from Durant and Curry.

Final Score

• United States: 98
• France: 87
• The US wins their fifth consecutive gold medal in men's basketball.

Post-Game Highlights

• France celebrated their silver medal, showcasing pride in their performance.
• US players received their medals, including LeBron James and Steph Curry, marking historic achievements.
• The crowd experienced a mix of emotions, with respect for both teams' performances.