2008 Summer Olympics Basketball Results

Historical Background

Basketball made its seventeenth appearance as an official Olympic medal event at the 2008 Summer Olympics. The basketball competition was held from August 9 to August 24, 2008.

Men's Basketball

The United States men's basketball team won the gold medal, defeating Spain in the final. The Americans got off to a slow start, but they eventually found their rhythm and won their first gold medal since 2000.

Women's Basketball

The United States women's basketball team also won the gold medal, defeating Australia in the final. The Americans won their fourth consecutive gold medal, and they extended their winning streak to 45 games.

Medalists

Men

• Gold: United States
• Silver: Spain
• Bronze: Argentina

Women

• Gold: United States
• Silver: Australia
• Bronze: Russia