Team USA’s Dramatic Comeback Victory Over Serbia in the Paris Olympics Semifinals
In a thrilling semifinal match at the Paris Olympics, Team USA rallied from a 17-point deficit to defeat Serbia 95-91 and advance to the gold medal game.
Stephen Curry’s Stellar Performance
Stephen Curry led the charge for the United States, scoring an Olympic career-high 36 points, including nine 3-pointers, the most by any player in a single game in the tournament.
Joel Embiid’s Key Contribution
Joel Embiid provided a crucial spark in the fourth quarter, igniting a 7-0 run that brought Team USA within striking distance. His blocked shot set up LeBron James for a game-tying drive, paving the way for Curry’s go-ahead 3-pointer.
Team USA’s Resilience and Determination
Despite trailing by a significant margin, Team USA refused to give up. They showed remarkable resilience and determination, chipping away at Serbia’s lead and eventually securing the victory.
Serbia’s Strong Performance
Serbia played with great intensity and skill, led by Bogdan Bogdanovic’s 20 points and Nikola Jokić’s 17 points and 11 rebounds. However, Team USA’s superior teamwork and unwavering focus ultimately proved to be the difference.
Gold Medal Matchup vs. France
With this victory, Team USA will now face France in the gold medal game on Saturday. France advanced to the final after defeating Germany in the other semifinal.