One year ago today, on August 10, 2024, Stephen Curry etched his name into Olympic lore with a jaw-dropping fourth-quarter performance that lifted Team USA to a dramatic victory over France in the 2024 Paris Olympic Final.
Making his Olympic debut at age 36, Curry had one goal: to add a gold medal to his already glittering résumé. And he did so in unforgettable fashion. With the game hanging in the balance and France surging late, Curry erupted for 19 of his 24 points in the final three minutes, including four clutch three-pointers that silenced the Accor Arena and left fans worldwide in awe.
But it was the timing of his buckets that made this performance legendary. With Team USA clinging to a narrow lead, Curry hit a series of deep threes, one over two defenders, that broke the game open and left France scrambling. His final dagger, a step-back triple from the wing, was the exclamation point on a masterclass in clutch shooting.
This gold medal marks a milestone in Curry’s career. Already a four-time NBA champion, two-time MVP, and the NBA’s all-time leader in three-pointers, Curry added Olympic champion to his list of accolades.
“I wanted this one,” he said postgame. “To do it with this group, in this city, on this stage; it’s something I’ll never forget.”
