Aug 10, 2024 - Sports
Charlotte native Steph Curry wins gold
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A kid from Charlotte grew up to lead Team USA to Olympic gold and glory.
Why it matters: Stephen Curry, a four-time NBA champion, expects this to be his only Olympics.
Catch up quick: The Charlotte native led Team USA men's basketball with 24 points in their 98-87 win against France.
- Curry, a Davidson College and Charlotte Christian alum, was crucial for Team USA both in the gold medal game and the semifinal against Serbia.
- He scored 36 points against Serbia, helping them rally from a 17-point deficit. That's 60 points in two games.
The bottom line: A gold medal cements Curry's legacy as one of the game's greats.
Go deeper: 5 things to know about Steph Curry's first Olympics
