Stephen Curry delivered a "godlike performance" to keep the U.S. men's basketball team's Olympic gold medal hopes alive, leading a remarkable comeback win against Serbia in the semi-final on Thursday. Curry, the team captain, scored an astonishing 36 points, helping the U.S. overcome a 17-point deficit by hitting crucial three-pointers throughout the game.

Despite trailing for most of the match, the U.S. took the lead in the final moments, securing their spot in the gold medal game on Saturday against host nation France. Kevin Durant, who scored nine points in the game, praised Curry's performance, saying, "That was a godlike performance. Steph felt like he was struggling throughout the whole tournament, and tonight, he showed up. God was with him tonight."

Curry, a four-time NBA champion with the Golden State Warriors, downplayed his own contributions, noting that he simply did what was needed. "I haven't had many opportunities and haven't shot the ball well the whole tournament," said the 36-year-old. "But it doesn't waver your confidence to meet the moment... You live for those moments."

Curry, who made 9 of his 14 three-point attempts, emphasized the importance of starting strong against France in the final. "I know they're going to feed off their home energy," he said, referencing France's earlier 73-69 victory over Germany. "We have to get off to a better start than we did tonight."