Olympic Basketball: Consecutive Gold Medalists and Dominating Nations
All-Time Consecutive Gold Medal Leaders
Diana Taurasi and Sue Bird hold the record for the most consecutive Olympic gold medals in women's basketball, with four wins each.
Dominance of the United States
The United States has been the most successful nation in Olympic basketball, with 25 gold medals. The US men's team holds the record for the most golds, winning 16 of the 19 tournaments in which they have participated.
Unbeaten Streak of the US Men's Team
From 1936 to 1968, the US men's basketball team dominated the Olympics, winning eight consecutive gold medals. This streak is the longest in Olympic basketball history.
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