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US Women's Basketball Survives Scare vs. Italy
6 Sep
Summary
- USA narrowly defeated Italy 55-52 in a tough World Cup match.
- The Americans' winning streak in the World Cup stands at 32 games.
- Italy's strong defense challenged the US offense throughout the game.
The U.S. women's basketball team faced a significant challenge on Sunday, narrowly defeating Italy 55-52 in a World Cup matchup. This victory marks the U.S.'s 32nd consecutive win in the tournament, a streak dating back to 2006. Italy's defense proved formidable, causing offensive struggles for the Americans, who shot just 29% from the field.
The game remained close throughout, with Italy even leading in the fourth quarter before the U.S. mounted a crucial 7-0 run. Stellar defensive plays and timely baskets from players like Breanna Stewart and Jackie Young ultimately sealed the win for the Americans, who had previously beaten Italy by a larger margin in March.
Italy, appearing in its first World Cup since 1994, put forth a spirited performance supported by a loud crowd. Despite the loss, the team showed significant improvement from previous encounters. Other Sunday games saw China edge the Czech Republic in overtime, Australia defeat Turkey, and Belgium beat Puerto Rico.
