Devin Booker’s performances at the Paris Olympics went quite unnoticed due to Steph Curry and LeBron James’ heroics.
Team USA’s head coach, Steve Kerr, has praised Devin Booker as the “unsung MVP” of their gold medal victory at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Kerr highlighted Booker’s incredible performance, which included 15 points on 6-of-9 shooting, and his crucial role in the team’s success. Despite not receiving much attention, Booker was instrumental in powering the Americans to a 98-87 win over France.
Booker’s contributions went beyond his scoring, as he also helped facilitate Steph Curry’s late-game three-pointers that sealed the win for Team USA. Additionally, he and Kevin Durant led the team to an early lead, scoring 10 of the Americans’ first 12 points. Booker’s ability to produce when it mattered most has earned him a spot in the lineup for every Olympic game.
Kerr’s trust in Devin Booker was evident throughout the tournament, as he was one of the players chosen to close out key games, including the gold medal win. Alongside other NBA stars like Curry, Durant, Anthony Davis, and LeBron James, Booker was instrumental in securing the team’s victory. Despite James being named the MVP of the tournament, Steve Kerr wants to emphasize Booker’s vital role in their success.
Devin Booker hails Steph Curry as the “best shooter to ever live”
Devin Booker praised Steph Curry as the “best shooter to ever live” after Curry’s incredible performance in the United States’ 98-87 win over France. Curry’s eight three-pointers helped secure a fifth consecutive gold medal for the US, and Booker was in awe of his teammate’s skills.