In 2000, the United States Men’s Basketball team won Olympic Gold after defeating France 85-75. The 2000 Summer Olympics were held in Sydney, Australia. Ray Allen and Vince Carter each scored 13 points in the game. Throughout the tournament Vince Carter lead the team scoring with 14.8 PPG.
Today in Sports History: July 17
SYDNEY - SEPTEMBER 30: Vince Carter #9 of the United States National team poses for a photo with his gold medal after defeating the French National team during the 2000 Summer Olympics played September 30, 2000 in Sydney, Australia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2000 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)