As most people predicted, Team USA took the gold medal in men’s basketball at the 2024 Summer Olympics. They defeated France in the final 98 – 87 to take the top spot.
The biggest struggle of the tournament came against Serbia in the semifinal. Team USA fell behind, and needed a big fourth quarter comeback to pull off the win.
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Three former Kentucky Wildcats won gold along with Team USA. Devin Booker, Anthony Davis, and Bam Adebayo all contributed to wins along the way, and all three had shining moments throughout the Olympics run. Big Blue Nation had plenty to cheer for.
Booker, in particular, was one of the key players for Team USA. He shot the ball well, played solid defense throughout, and contributed with his passing and rebounding. His play was certainly a big part of their success.
Booker is one of the NBA’s best players, and continued that at the Olympics. Here are some of the best images of Booker from his time in Paris.