
Caitlin Clark Leads USA Women’s Basketball into Quarterfinals with Record Assist Numbers
Caitlin Clark's 19 assists and the United States' 75% assist rate have powered a 3‑0 Group D record and a spot in the quarterfinals.
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Caitlin Clark's 19 assists and the United States' 75% assist rate have powered a 3‑0 Group D record and a spot in the quarterfinals.

Team USA defeated Czechia 105-64, improving to a perfect 3-0 in Group D and moving into the quarterfinals after a record 33rd consecutive World Cup win.

The USA women’s national team remains unbeaten at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, boasting a 3‑0 record and a 33‑game winning streak as they prepare for a quarterfinal match on September 10.

Team USA finished the group stage 3‑0, beating China, Italy and the Czech Republic, with Jackie Young and Sonia Citron delivering key performances ahead of the quarterfinal.

On September 7, the United States will meet Czechia at Berlin Arena, looking to keep their flawless tournament run alive and chase a historic fifth consecutive gold medal.

The FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 kicks off on September 7 with Team USA facing Czechia, featuring star Caitlin Clark and a roster reconfigured after key player health withdrawals.

In a tense opening round of the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, Team USA survived a 55‑52 victory over Italy, revealing both the strengths and the fragilities of a roster missing its dominant interior player.

In a tightly contested World Cup qualifier in Berlin, Team USA survived a physical battle to secure a 55-52 win over Italy, keeping its pursuit of a fifth straight title alive.

The United States women's basketball team survived its toughest test in two decades, beating Italy 55-52 in a World Cup pool game that featured a late rally, sub‑par shooting and a standout performance by Italy's Cecilia Zandalasini.

After a crushing opening loss, China overturned a five-point deficit in the final minutes to defeat the Czech Republic 74‑70, while the United States survived a close 55‑52 win over Italy, highlighting the tournament’s intense competition.

The U.S. women's team edged Italy 55-52 in Berlin, overcoming a late deficit to keep their World Cup unbeaten run alive.

The United States survived a close 55-52 victory over Italy, highlighting both the team's enduring legacy and the growing competitiveness of the global women's game.

Team USA edged Italy 55-52 in a tightly contested FIBA Women's World Cup match, clinching a spot in the quarterfinals and preserving a perfect 2-0 record in the group stage.

Italy nearly upset the United States, China moved into overtime victory, Belgium and Australia secured their spots, and key performances from players such as Han Xu, Ezi Magbegor and Jackie Young defined the week.

The United States overcame Italy 55‑52 in a tightly contested World Cup game, extending its unbeaten streak to 32 matches and preparing for a pool‑play clash with the Czech Republic.

The Americans survived a late Italian rally to improve their World Cup record to 32 straight wins.

The USA Women's Basketball team defeated Italy 55-52 in the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup, improving to a 2-0 group stage record and advancing to the quarterfinals.
The United States women's national basketball team will open its 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup campaign in Berlin on September 4, seeking a fifth consecutive gold medal despite the absence of key players A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum.

Jackie Young, a Princeton graduate and former Indiana Miss Basketball, is now at the forefront of Team USA as it competes in the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin.

Jackie Young’s blend of scoring prowess, defensive intensity and championship experience has propelled Team USA to the brink of a FIBA World Cup title.

Angel Reese’s 9‑rebound performance against China’s 7’3” Zhang Ziyu highlighted Team USA’s 94-61 win and underscored her leading role in the WNBA rebounding race.

Team USA announces a 12‑player roster of former NCAA stars and first‑round WNBA picks, aiming for a fifth consecutive gold medal at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin.

Caitlin Clark’s first appearance in the USA jersey showcased her playmaking prowess and commitment to collective success, setting the tone for a team eager to capture gold.

The United States will open its FIBA Women’s World Cup campaign against China without A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum, relying on emerging talent and returning medalists.