Kevin Durant is on the brink of making history as the first men’s player to clinch four Olympic Gold medals. But this journey hasn’t been without drama—both on and off the court. The U.S. basketball team, stacked with legends like LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant, was pegged as the heavy favorite to win Olympic Gold from the moment the roster was announced. Their dominance has lived up to the hype so far, propelling them to the final against host nation France after a nail-biting 95-91 victory over Serbia and their star, Nikola Jokic.
Kevin Durant Calls Out America’s ‘Bullshit’ While Chasing Olympic Gold
Steph Curry, making his Olympic debut at the ripe age of 36, has been nothing short of spectacular. Phoenix Suns’ forward Kevin Durant, known for his unfiltered opinions, didn’t hold back in praising his former Golden State Warriors teammate. He called Curry’s performance “godlike”—a label that many would say fits perfectly. Curry dropped 38 points and pulled down eight rebounds, single-handedly keeping Team USA in the fight during the early quarters when things looked grim. His Herculean effort may well go down as one of the finest Olympic performances ever, especially since it’s his first time on this prestigious stage.
As the team prepares for their final showdown against France, the tension is palpable. This is a rematch of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics final, where the USA emerged victorious. But with France riding high on the energy of a home crowd and boasting a rock-solid defense led by NBA sensation Victor Wembanyama, this won’t be a walk in the park. The French have even made the bold move of benching Rudy Gobert, a four-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year, in their last two games—a risky but potentially game-changing strategy.
Durant, though, had a bit of a rough night, managing just nine points. Yet when the game was on the line, he delivered a crucial basket with under 30 seconds left, reminding everyone why he’s the all-time leading scorer in Olympic history. Beyond his on-court heroics, Durant stirred the pot with a post-game comment that echoed far beyond the arena. “A lot of bullshit happens in our country, but a lot of great things happen, too,” he said, touching on the complex feelings of patriotism in today’s America. Never one to shy away from speaking his mind, Durant also took to social media, continuing to engage with fans and critics alike.
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