For the fifth consecutive Olympics, Team USA has claimed the gold medal in men's basketball.
The star-studded roster which includes LeBron James, Steph Curry and other NBA stars defeated France 98-87 on Saturday to remain unbeaten in Olympic play and claim the gold medal.
After the win, Team USA snapped a photo that became instantly iconic.
The trio of Steph Curry, LeBron James and Kevin Durant led the way for Team USA on Saturday. Curry had 24 points on 8-of-13 shooting from deep, with 12 of his points coming in the final three minutes to help put France away.
Durant had 15 points and James added 14 points along with 10 assists and six rebounds on his way to being named FIBA's MVP of the tournament.
France put up a commendable fight, keeping things close until the final minute. Rising star Victor Wembanyama led the way for his squad with 26 points and seven boards. While the former No. 1 overall pick couldn't claim gold, he still has plenty of time left to do so as his career is just beginning.
After the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo, it was clear the rest of the world could compete with the United States in basketball. That led to stars like James and Curry deciding to suit up to ensure the gold medal went to the United States.
The group faced a strong Serbia team anchored by Nikola Jokić in the semifinals before another tough matchup in the finals, but ultimately achieved their goal of a gold medal.
This year's Team USA was an iconic mix of players that combined veterans and legends of the game with new stars. While the roster will almost certainly look different in 2028, there's no denying the 2024 team left its mark.
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