Basketball Olympics Winners

The Dominance of American Basketball in the Olympics

Overview

Basketball, a sport that originated in the United States, has been a part of the Olympic Games since 1936. Over the years, the United States has dominated both the men's and women's events, boasting a total of 25 gold medals.

Medal Winners

Four Gold Medals

• Lisa Leslie (USA)
• Tamika Catchings (USA)

Three Gold Medals and One Bronze Medal

• Carmelo Anthony (USA)

2020 Olympic Victory

In the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the United States continued its dominance in basketball, with the women's team securing their seventh gold medal with a 90-75 victory over Japan in the final. Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi, two of the greatest women's basketball players of all time, won their fifth straight Olympic gold medal.

Current Status

As the defending champions in both the men's and women's tournaments, the United States remains the top contender for gold in basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics.