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Netflix's 'Court of Gold' Offers Inside Look at Team USA's 2024 Olympic Triumph

The six-part series explores the intense journey of Team USA and other basketball powerhouses at the Paris Olympics, featuring behind-the-scenes moments and star-studded performances.

  • The docuseries highlights Team USA's fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal, achieved through a dramatic path that included a narrow victory over Serbia and a dominant final against France.
  • NBA legends Stephen Curry, LeBron James, and Kevin Durant are prominently featured, with Curry's clutch shooting in the gold medal game and Durant's emotional reflections on basketball's impact standing out.
  • The series also delves into the challenges faced by coach Steve Kerr, including controversial decisions like benching Jayson Tatum, which were addressed but not deeply explored in the show.
  • Key moments include Curry's record-breaking three-pointers, camaraderie among players, and the use of innovative plays like the 'ear-tug' strategy that secured crucial points in the final game.
  • The series captures the global nature of basketball, showcasing teams from France, Serbia, and Canada, along with candid insights from players like Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama.
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