Without doubt, LeBron James has clearly accomplished what Team USA has set out to do in the Olympics. After winning the gold in Paris, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar revealed what he truly felt after leading the United States’ national team to their big win on the global stage.
James capped an impressive run to the 2024 Olympic men’s basketball gold medal by taking home the Most Valuable Player award. The 39-year-old veteran averaged 14.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 8.5 assists per game, leading the USA to their fifth consecutive gold medal. His standout performance included a triple-double in the thrilling semifinal win over Serbia.
Joining James on the All-Star Five were his USA teammate Stephen Curry, France’s Victor Wembanyama, Serbia’s Nikola Jokic, and Germany’s Dennis Schroder. Curry found his touch in the semifinals and finals, knocking down numerous clutch 3-pointers. The 20-year-old Wembanyama impressed with his all-around play, leading France in scoring, rebounding, assists, steals, and blocks. Jokic recorded a triple-double in the bronze medal game, showcasing his versatility. Schroder led the surprise German team to the semifinals with his scoring and playmaking.
This star-studded All-Star Five highlighted the depth of talent on display at the 2024 Olympic men’s basketball tournament. The drama, record crowds, and players’ passion for representing their national teams made for an unforgettable event in Paris.
Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James Reveals True Feelings After Leading Team USA To Gold at the Olympics
After the final round, James was asked what his thoughts are now that Team USA won the gold at the Olympics. In a video shared by USA Basketball on their official X account, the Los Angeles Lakers star expressed what he felt on the matter.
We came here for gold & we leaving with it 🥇👑
🇺🇸 #USABMNT pic.twitter.com/DKNqh5TCp9
— USA Basketball (@usabasketball) August 11, 2024
James was in instrumental in Team USA’s Olympic campaign and during their defeat of France with a score of 98-87 in the final round. James’ 14 points and 10 assists proved crucial as the Americans withstood a late French surge to secure their fifth consecutive Olympic title.
LeBron James, even at 39, proved he’s still the USA’s most valuable player, leading them to Olympic gold. The American men’s basketball dominance continues, and they’ll likely be favorites again when the Olympics return to Los Angeles in 2028 as the landscape of international hoops has evolved by then.
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