Team USA Meets Hungary in Early Morning World Cup Clash
Team USA has advanced to the FIBA World Cup semifinals with a commanding 108-56 win over Hungary, extending their tournament winning streak to 34 games. Head coach Kara Lawson now has one victory away from securing the team's fifth consecutive world title, having previously led the group through a close quarterfinal against Italy.
Yahoo Sports reports that Team USA secured a dominant 108-56 victory over Hungary, with Napheesa Collier leading the charge with 19 points as the squad shot 59% from the field. The win extends the Americans' tournament winning streak to 34 games and sets up a semifinal matchup against either Spain or Australia.
Source: Yahoo SportsGN sports/basketball (en-US) highlights that while online critics are questioning Kara Lawson's decision to bench stars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, the coach remains focused on defensive intensity and ball movement as the team faces a more competitive global field.
Source: GN sports/basketball (en-US)Yahoo Sports notes that despite criticism regarding Kara Lawson's decision to start veteran players while keeping stars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese on the bench, the team remains focused on defense and ball movement. The outlet suggests that if the U.S. secures gold, these rotation choices will likely become a moot point in the eyes of the public.
Source: Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports reports that Angel Reese is responding to Kara Lawson’s criticism of the team's shaky performance against Italy, crediting the coach’s direct message for the squad's dominant 105-64 victory over Czechia. Reese emphasized the urgency of the upcoming win-or-go-home quarterfinal, stating there is no more time to work on fundamentals as the team aims to maintain its high standard in Berlin.
Source: Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports reports that Caitlin Clark is leading the squad in court time with 21.9 minutes per game while averaging 11.6 points, despite coming off the bench. Aliyah Boston is contributing 5.3 points and 2.3 rebounds per game in a reserve role as the team continues its unbeaten run.
Source: Yahoo SportsPer GN sports/basketball (en-US), the quarterfinal tip-off is set for 5:30 a.m. ET in Berlin, with viewing options available on TNT, Sling Blue, and HBO Max. The report highlights Team USA's perfect 3-0 group stage record and their pursuit of a fifth consecutive world title.
Source: GN sports/basketball (en-US)With the WNBA season on hiatus, American fans must rise early to watch Team USA defend their title in Germany against Hungary.
Source: Yahoo Sports
