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Want the inside scoop on Team USA’s Paris Olympics adventure? Look no further! The star-studded squad is already making waves in the ‘City of Lights’, and they’ve even got their own personal vlogger. That’s right, NBA star Devin Booker is giving us an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to be part of the American dream team. 

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The Phoenix Sun star dropped an engaging Instagram video filled with behind-the-scenes clips of the squad hanging out in Paris. We get to see everything from Diana Taurasi and Kevin Durant catching up to Stephen Curry embracing vintage stuff. Let’s take a sneak peek at all of Team USA’s shenanigans!

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Devin Booker’s behind-the-scenes highlights

The first instance took place when Devin Booker flexed on Kevin Durant & Diana Taurasi USA Olympics records. We got a glimpse of an absolute legacy as Booker’s video captured two of the great veterans involved in a discussion. Even Booker couldn’t hide his excitement while documenting Diana Taurasi and Kevin Durant, he said, “Nobody got gold medals like them.” The duo together have eight gold medals and that’s something massive.

The second instance took place when Wardell Stephen Curry took out his vintage camera. We can’t forget about Steph Curry in Booker’s epic video! The Warrior’s star looks jolly and is embracing total vintage stuff as he snaps pictures with his old-school camera. He’s definitely got that cool, laid-back vibe going on. And let’s not forget, this guy is on a mission to add an Olympic gold medal to his already impressive trophy case. 

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Lastly, Devin Booker trolled “Captain America” LeBron James. And, Booker didn’t even hesitate to make fun of the flag bearer of Team USA. He couldn’t resist cracking a joke about LeBron James who stands in the front while the squad sails in a ship. Shifting the focus to King James, Booker passed a comment, “He is staring like Captain America”. Well, it’s courageous to have that chill vibe with one of the most senior members of the team. Not to ignore, this might be LeBron’s last Olympic run. If that’s the case, he’s definitely going out with the Captain America spirit.

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Well, Booker, the hooper-turned-vlogger, also has his own mission in mind as he sets sights on securing a second consecutive gold medal. Let’s take a look back at his Olympic journey.

Devin Booker: Olympic Gold and NBA stardom

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Devin Booker might not be the youngest guy on Team USA, but he’s already proving he’s got what it takes to be a leader. After winning gold in Tokyo when he was just 24, he’s back for round two and looking to shine even brighter. The hooper put up some serious numbers in his last Olympic run, averaging 9.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game as he clocked an average of 21 minutes per game.

Not just the Olympics, his gameplay in the NBA is also notable. He averaged a crazy 27.1 points for the Phoenix Suns, and his playmaking skills were on point too, with almost 6.9 assists per game – a career high! He didn’t slack off on rebounds either, pulling down 4.5 per game. 

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Making the NBA All-Star team for the fourth time was already a big win for Devin Booker, but getting that second Olympic nod must have been the icing on the cake. Well, that Olympic call-up didn’t just thrill Devin Booker; it also gave basketball fans a front-row seat to all those special Team USA moments, thanks to Booker’s exclusive coverage.

Stay tuned for more such updates and join us for the exciting pilot episode of the “Dual Threat Show” as our host BG12 sits down with Georgia Bulldogs star and SEC All-Freshman Team Selection, Silas Demary Jr.

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Ojas is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports, bringing a wealth of knowledge and passion for basketball to the table. With a bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, Ojas has honed his craft through a dynamic career that began as a sports intern. A dedicated follower of the NBA, Ojas stays attuned to everything happening both on and off the court. His admiration for Stephen Curry fuels his passion for writing. Previously, he wrote compelling articles and crafted engaging video scripts focused on American sports, solidifying his interest and expertise in the NBA.

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