Star-studded audience features LeBron James with gold medal at USA women’s vs. France finals at Paris Olympics

LeBron James and other sports stars attend the thrilling USA vs France women's basketball finals at the Paris Olympics.

Star-studded audience features LeBron James with gold medal at USA women’s vs. France finals at Paris Olympics

LeBron James celebrating with gold medal at Paris Olympics (Image via USA Basketball/X)

A star-studded audience attended the USA women’s basketball team prevailing over France in the finals of the Paris Olympics. LeBron James, fresh from his own gold medal win, was spotted in the crowd, proudly wearing his medal. He was joined by other notable figures such as Leslie Jones, Lisa Leslie, Megan Rapinoe, and Sue Bird among others.

The game was a nail-biter, with France’s Gabby Williams hitting a shot at the buzzer. The shot could have potentially tied the game. However, the shot was inside the three-point arc, securing the win for Team USA 67-66. The victory marked the United States’ eighth straight gold medal in women’s basketball. It was indeed a close game, with the team surviving a close game that saw them lead for only 23 minutes.

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The win was a testament to the depth and talent of Team USA. WNBA stars like Kahleah Copper and A’ja Wilson stepped up to secure the victory. Wilson, in particular, was impressive. She scored 21 points and grabbed 13 rebounds to strengthen her case as the best player in the world.

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The victory sets the stage for the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles, where Team USA will look to secure a ninth straight gold medal. With a new generation of players emerging, including popular absentees Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark, the team will look to maintain their dominance in the sport. As Sunday’s game showed, however, nothing can be taken for granted. As such, the team will need to be at their best to secure another gold medal.

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LeBron James and the US men’s basketball team celebrated their fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal after defeating France 98-87 in the finals of the 2024 Paris Olympics. The star-studded roster, which included Steph Curry and Kevin Durant, remained unbeaten in Olympic play. In the gold medal matchup, Chef Curry led the way with 24 points, including 12 in the final three minutes.

James added 14 points, ten assists, and six rebounds, earning him FIBA’s MVP of the tournament. France’s Victor Wembanyama put up a commendable fight with 26 points and seven boards but ultimately couldn’t claim gold.

The win marked a triumphant return for James and Curry, who suited up to ensure the gold medal stayed with the US after a close call in the 2021 Olympics. The 2024 Team USA was an iconic mix of veterans and new stars, and while the roster will likely change in 2028, this team left its mark.

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