Team USA took home the gold after a thrilling 98-87 win against France. Led by superstars such as LeBron James and Stephen Curry, it’s no surprise this team looked court on court. Each player not only brought their A-game but also some serious sneaker swagger. As Team USA won their 16th gold medal in Olympic history, they also made sure they looked good doing it. From chromatic gold sneakers to classic red, white, and blue, these sneakers certainly make a statement.
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Jayson Tatum
Jayson Tatum may have made headlines for the wrong reasons this Olympics, but his kicks certainly stood out. He wore his signature silhouette, the Jordan Tatum 3, in a mostly black color scheme. The pair features vibrant light blue details throughout, with a red Jumpman and his son’s name, Deuce, on the sides. Tatum only played 11 minutes in the final, but he played an important role throughout the Olympics.
LeBron James
LeBron James, veteran leader of Team USA, sported his signature LeBron 22 in an all-gold color scheme. LeBron, who scored 14 points and had 10 assists, proved to be Team USA’s heartbeat throughout these Olympics. LeBron was seemingly preparing to take home the gold, as this pair features a vibrant display of chromatic gold. Black details are located around the sneakers as well.
Kevin Durant
Kevin Durant, who became the all-time leading scorer in Team USA basketball history with 518 points, sported his Nike KD 4. The pair was actually released in a “USA” colorway, which is featured here, but without the gold heel tab. This seems like an extra addition to be featured in the gold medal game. Durant certainly showcased his scoring ability this Olympics, proving why he’s one of the greatest ever.
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Devin Booker
Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns star, certainly proved to be useful in this Olympic campaign. Known for his innate scoring abilities, Booker actually became a defensive hero, especially against Serbia. For instance, against Serbia, he played a significant role in disrupting their point guard’s rhythm, which helped stall their offense in the fourth quarter. He wore the Nike Book 1 in a navy colorway, with a vibrant gold Swoosh on the sides.
Stephen Curry
LeBron may have won MVP for Team USA, but Steph Curry certainly kept the team alive in the most important moments. In the final games, Curry’s exceptional performance, including a 36-point game against Serbia and multiple crucial three-pointers in the gold medal game against France, underscored his significant impact. Curry wore his UA Curry 12 in a USA-themed color scheme, highlighting his pride for the country.
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