This morning, the Olympic men's basketball semifinals wrapped up with excitement. Here's a quick rundown of our favorite moments:
French Team's Suprising Win:
In a surprising twist, the host French team made a fresh and power lineup change by benching NBA star Rudy Gobert and focusing on the young phenom Victor Wembanyama. This gamble paid off. The French team, led by former CBA player Guerschon Yabusele, defeated the reigning World Cup champions, Germany. France now heads to the gold medal game, where they will face off against the United States.
Moreover, the U.S. team faced Serbia in a high-stakes match and Travis Scott was seen in the same event. Serbia’s sharp shooting had the American team on the ropes, but LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant turned the game around in the fourth quarter. James achieved a triple-double, Curry scored 36 points with hot shooting, and Durant hit a crucial mid-range shot to seal the win.
Sneaker Highlights
As the stars shone on the court, their sneakers were also a highlight. LeBron James wore his latest Nike LeBron 21s, Stephen Curry sported the Under Armour Curry 11s, and Kevin Durant showcased his Nike KD 17s. These shoes are not just about style—they represent the athletes' skills and legacy in Basketball history.
LeBron James & Joel Embiid
Nike LeBron 22 “USA” & Skechers SKY Float “USA”
Devin Booker & Jrue Holiday
Nike Book 1 “Cortez” & Nike GT Cut 3 “USA”
Anthony Edwards & Stephen Curry
adidas AE1 Low “USA” & UA Curry Flow 12 “USA”
Victor Wenbanyama
Nike GT Hustle 3 "Blue Print"
Gelshon Yabusele
adidas Harden Vol.7
Mathias Solet
adidas Harden Vol.8 “Eurocamp 2024”
Elvin Fournier & Andrew Albigey
Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Gigi” & Puma All-Pro Nitro
What's Next
The final between the United States and France is set for 3:30 am Beijing time this Sunday. Will France secure a historic win on home soil, or will the American team’s stars rise to the occasion?
Stay tuned to see how this thrilling tournament wraps up and check out the sneakers that made headlines!
