Stephen Curry was unstoppable in the final moments of the Olympic Final between the USA and France. His incredible shot over two defenders has the sports world buzzing, destined to be etched into the annals of history.
With less than a minute remaining in the game, Curry found himself at the top of the key, facing intense pressure from Evan Fournier and Nicolas Batum, who tried in vain to slow him down. But Curry, in classic fashion, launched a three-pointer that found its mark, pushing Team USA to a 96-87 lead with just over 30 seconds left on the clock.
Noah Eagle, son of renowned sports announcer Ian Eagle, immediately coined the shot “The Golden Dagger” during the live broadcast. The nickname is perfect, encapsulating the significance of Curry’s clutch shot, which all but sealed the gold medal for Team USA.
“The Golden Dagger” perfectly captures the essence of Curry’s performance in the final minutes of the game. He finished with 24 points, shooting an impressive 8-for-13 from beyond the arc. Remarkably, 19 of those points came in the closing minutes, highlighting his ability to deliver when it mattered most.
Throughout the Olympics, Curry led Team USA in scoring, averaging 14.8 points per game, narrowly edging out LeBron James, who averaged 14.2 points. Curry also contributed 3.2 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game, shooting an impressive 50% from the field and 47.8% from three-point range. His 22 three-pointers on 46 attempts underscore his incredible accuracy.
This gold medal marks a significant milestone in Curry’s career, as it is his first-ever Olympic gold. His outstanding performance was instrumental in helping the U.S. Men’s Team secure its fifth consecutive gold medal. Watching Curry team up with LeBron James and Kevin Durant was a spectacle, with each of them playing pivotal roles throughout the tournament.
LeBron James concluded the Paris Olympics with averages of 14.2 points, 6.8 rebounds (leading the team), and 8.5 assists (also a team-high). At 39 years old, James secured his third gold medal, adding yet another accolade to his illustrious career.
Kevin Durant, meanwhile, brought home his fourth career gold medal. His role on this year’s USA team allowed him to play with fluidity and focus on scoring. Durant averaged 13.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game during the Paris Olympics.
Given their ages, it is widely expected that this may be the last time we see Curry (36), James (39), and Durant (35) participate in the Olympics. If this truly is their final appearance, they have undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the sport, going out in spectacular fashion.
