On Monday afternoon, Steph Curry and Team USA took the floor for their final showcase matchup before the 2024 Olympics. They faced off against one of the top teams from last year's World Cup, Germany.
This summer has been an entirely new experience for Curry, as he is making his Olympics debut. The two-time MVP was among the many superstars to step up and express a strong desire to compete for the United States.
Team USA found themselves in a tight matchup yet again, but managed to emerge victorious. Thanks to another strong outing from LeBron James, they picked up a 92-88 win to go undefeated in their showcase games.
Steph Curry entered Monday looking to bounce back after having his fair share of struggles in Team USA's previous matchup with South Sudan. Here is how the Golden State Warriors star fared against Germany.
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Steph Curry gave LeBron James special news ahead of the 2024 Olympics
Following their win over Germany, Team USA now has a few days to rest and gather themselves before heading to France for the Olympics. Before they took the floor on Monday, Steph Curry delivered some special news to one of his teammates.
LeBron James has been chosen to carry the flag for Team USA during the opening ceremonies of the Olympics. The Golden State Warriors star was the one to relay this message to him along with some other kind words.
"We understand how much of an honor it is to be in that position," Curry said. "I think LeBron's entire career, on and off the court, speak for itself as him being worthy of that honor."
The 2024 Olympics has started a whole new chapter of LeBron and Steph Curry's journey in the NBA together. For years, they were bitter rivals who battled it out in the NBA Finals on numerous occasions. Now, they've joined forces to represent their country and possibly bring home a gold medal.
Despite their history, Curry and LeBron were excited to play alongside each other for Team USA. During the pre-Olympics process, they opened up about their relationship with one another. Even after their countless battles on the game's biggest stage, the two superstars have nothing but respect for one another.
Given their long-running history together, Curry was the right choice to give LeBron the news that he'd be carrying the flag for Team USA. After an impressive run in their showcase games, the two will now be called upon to lead the charge when the real competition begins.