NJ's Burroughs lives up to the hype, wins Olympic gold

Sicklerville, N.J.’s Jordan Burroughs lived up to his Twitter handle (@alliseeisgold) Friday when he won gold in Men’s Freestyle 74-Kilogram (163-Pound) Wrestling at the London Olympics.

Kevin Durant, U.S. hit 18 3-pointers, roll into gold-medal game

LeBron James turned away from his teammates gathered in the center circle and waved to the fans as if to say: "See you Sunday."

U.S. women edge Japan to claim soccer gold #TeamUSA #Olympics

Abby Wambach didn't put on her "Greatness Has Been Found" T-shirt right away. She instead strayed from her teammates and knelt alone at midfield -- and cried into a U.S. flag.

Kobe, LeBron lead Team USA into semifinals #TeamUSA #Olympics

As the shot fell through the net, Kobe Bryant held up three fingers on each hand. It was his third straight 3-pointer in the fourth quarter, enough for the U.S. men's Olympic team to finally put away stubborn Australia.

May-Treanor, Walsh Jennings win gold #Olympics #TeamUSA

Misty May-Treanor danced on the sand and then off it, leaving Horse Guards Parade with Kerri Walsh Jennings and a third gold medal.

Sanya Richards-Ross wins gold

Disappointment, tears and that oh-so-unsatisfying color -- bronze -- are all in the past for Sanya Richards-Ross.

Michael Phelps, U.S. win medley relay

As if 22 medal ceremonies over the last three Olympics weren't enough, Michael Phelps was summoned back to the pool deck for one more accolade.

Serena completes Golden Slam; Wins Singles Gold

As Serena Williams stood atop the medal podium, her career Golden Slam complete thanks to an Olympic rout, the gusty wind on Centre Court blew the U.S. flag off its pole midway through the national anthem.

U.S. Men Break Points Record With 156

The biggest victory in Dream Team history was a 79-point pounding of Cuba before the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona.

U.S. Women Win First Gymnastics Gold Since 1996

One by one, the Americans thundered down the runway, soared high above the vault and slammed into the mat.

Phelps Sets New Record With 19th Medal Win

Michael Phelps lingered on the blocks, not wanting to make another shocking blunder. The 19th medal was his. All he had to do was avoid a DQ, then set off on what amounted to four victory laps.

Anthony & Love Lead Team USA In Rout Of Tunisia

Halftime ended. Showtime began. The U.S. men's Olympic basketball team needed a while but eventually put on the show fans came to see, beating Tunisia 110-63 on Tuesday night.

Hope Solo Won't Be Punished For Twitter Rant

Hope Solo met with the coach and captains of the U.S. women's soccer team Sunday to discuss her latest outburst of candor, a Twitter rant that did no good for the image of the squad and distracted from preparations for the upcoming game against North Korea in the Olympic tournament.

Kevin Durant, U.S. Drains 3's To Pull Away From France

Kevin Durant scored 22 points, LeBron James added eight assists and the U.S. Olympic men's basketball team opened tournament play with a rough-and-ragged 98-71 win over France on Sunday.

Dana Vollmer Sets World Record

Dana Vollmer won a gold medal at the Olympics and set a world record, too. Not bad for someone who didn't even qualify four years ago.