Considering how dominant the country has been in the Olympics for the last decade and a half, it is easy to be numb to a Team USA gold-medal victory. Although international competition is deeper than ever, many Americans still consider anything short of the top spot on the podium a failure. There was something distinctly different during the Paris Summer Games, however. And it goes by the name of Stephen Curry.

Yes, a disappointing showing in the 2023 FIBA World Cup raised the stakes a bit, but the opportunity to see the greatest shooter ever grace the foremost global stage for the first time in his career was must-see television for diehard hoops fans. National pride, long-range excellence and the City of Light formed a captivating combination.

When discussing a four-time NBA champion w

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