The Epic Odyssey: Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson’s Journey from Olympic Glory to NBA Supremacy

In the recent FIBA World Cup, Team USA’s performance fell short, noticeably lacking the Golden State Warriors’ presence, except for Steve Kerr stepping in as head coach. However, with three Warriors set to join a star-studded roster led by LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and former Warrior Kevin Durant, the upcoming summer could mark a significant shift. The prospect of a “last dance,” as first reported by Shams Charania of The Athletic, adds an intriguing chapter to Curry’s illustrious career and could be the crowning achievement to his already remarkable legacy.

Stephen Curry and Draymond Green from the Golden State Warriors are among a select few potentially joining Team USA for the 2020 Olympics. Disappointed fans of the USA have expressed a desire for a more star-studded team to seek redemption in the Paris Olympics following consecutive medal-less defeats, notably against England. LeBron James, set to be 39 at the start of the Olympics, leads a formidable lineup comprising players destined for the annals of history. Among them is Curry, still in pursuit of an Olympic gold, and Green, his two-time gold medal-winning teammate from the Warriors.

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ESPN reports that Chris Paul, another current Warrior, could potentially join the team. However, it remains uncertain whether Paul will still be with Golden State during the Olympics. On the other hand, Klay Thompson might be absent, as the 33-year-old is reportedly considering playing for the Bahamas, despite his previous appearances for Team USA.

Witnessing Curry competing internationally alongside stars like James, Durant, and Green promises to be a thrilling spectacle, even without his dynamic teammate. Despite the possibility of some players being past their prime, the lineup presents an intriguing assembly of some of the greatest talents in basketball history.

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Since the exhilarating 2014 World Cup, Curry has not represented his country on the international stage. At 26, he had only made one All-Star appearance out of his eventual nine, and he had yet to secure any of his four NBA championships, two MVP accolades, or the Finals MVP honor.

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Along with 2021 Gold Medalists Jayson Tatum and Devin Booker, James’ Laker colleague Anthony Davis is another well-known player who might participate in the Olympics.