Team USA and NBA star Devin Booker recently made headlines for his activities off the court after winning gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Booker played a key role for his country, consistently performing alongside stars such as Stephen Curry And LeBron James. Head coach of the US team Steve Kerr also praised Booker for his hardworking attitude throughout the tournament.
Devin Booker made the most of his time as an Olympic gold medalist in Paris. He was spotted leaving a bar in the early hours of the morning, presumably after a night of drinking. Before cycling back to his hotel at 6 a.m., Booker took a moment to sign a fan’s jersey. He was clearly having fun and celebrating his win in the city.
In terms of athletics, Booker was one of the most consistent players for the U.S. team at the Olympics. He played regularly and averaged 22.0 minutes per game, 11.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 0.5 steals. Booker started several games, demonstrating the trust he earned from Kerr and his coaching staff.
It is important to note that Kerr also called Booker the “unsung hero of the tournament.” This praise from his country’s head coach is meaningful for Booker. It not only underscores his achievements, but should also boost his confidence as he heads into the 2024-25 NBA season with the Phoenix Suns.
Devin Booker kept his word and secured gold for Team USA
Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker had a dream: to win a gold medal with the U.S. national team at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Now that dream has become a reality, as Booker played a key role in helping his team secure the gold.
In 2023, another NBA star, Kyle Kuzma, had questioned USA Basketball’s roster selection, particularly their defensive capabilities. Booker immediately responded to Kuzma’s post on X, confidently stating that he would “do it.”
USA basketball better get some NBA stars that know how to play a role. Anybody can be nice with the ball in their hands but can you be cool with defending and going to the corner for a few possessions?Kyle Kuzma wrote about X in 2023
I'll do itDevin Booker Quote tweeted the post
Booker is one of the younger NBA players who is just about to come into his prime and hopes to become one of the faces of the league. Booker has a strong reputation among players and fans and the league can rely on him to ensure it is properly represented in the public eye. It will be interesting to see how Booker’s career as a professional basketball player develops in the coming years.
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