Stephen Curry has ignited strong reactions with a surprising move in Team USA’s victory over Serbia at the Olympics. Curry’s decision has started a serious debate following the win to open the Olympics.
After a slow start, the United States men’s national basketball team found their rhythm and defeated Nikola Jokic and company to begin their gold medal quest at the Summer Olympic Games in Paris. Despite the 110-84 win at Pierre Mauroy Stadium, some controversy emerged.
Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum did not play a single minute despite being healthy. Additionally, Golden State Warriors sharpshooter Stephen Curry faced criticism for a late-game decision questioned on social media.
With the shot clock off and the United States leading Serbia 107-84, Curry opted to fire a 3-point attempt with just 6.3 seconds left in the game. As usual, Curry nailed the shot and celebrated before it even went through the hoop, marking the final point in Team USA’s dominant victory.
Some fans on X/Twitter called Curry “disrespectful” for attempting the shot instead of running out the clock. However, most praised Curry, who scored 11 points in 21 minutes with three 3-pointers. Another angle showed that the four-time NBA champion hustled to secure an offensive rebound off a LeBron James miss, embodying the saying, “shooters shoot.”
At any rate, Stephen Curry is a born entertainer, soaking up every second of his first Olympic Games. At 36, Curry has the chance to add a gold medal to his impressive collection, which includes two regular-season MVP awards and a Finals MVP in 2022. He is clearly focused on living in the moment, no matter what the game clock says.
