Team USA Basketball Survives Scare Against Italy in FIBA Women’s World Cup, Secures Quarterfinal Berth
Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young sparked the late push as the Americans overcame 32% shooting to secure a quarterfinal spot.
- On Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, the United States defeated Italy 55-52 in Berlin, clinching a FIBA Women's World Cup quarterfinal berth despite offensive struggles.
- Entering play with a 31-game winning streak, the Americans struggled against Italy's defensive zone and shot just 28% from the field, their lowest percentage since 1971.
- Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark was held scoreless on 0-for-6 shooting, marking the first time in her college and WNBA career she failed to score in a game.
- Italy led 33-32 midway through the third quarter, but Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray hit a crucial jumper and Jackie Young played lockdown defense to secure the win.
- The Americans face Czechia on Monday, providing an opportunity to refine their offensive approach and win their group to advance directly to the quarterfinals.
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Team USA basketball survives scare against Italy in FIBA Women's World Cup, secures quarterfinal berth – Democratic Accent
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Team USA basketball survives scare against Italy in FIBA Women's World Cup, secures quarterfinal berth
Team USA women's basketball survived a scare from Italy, winning 55-52 in the FIBA Women's World Cup. The U.S. shot just 29% from the field but advanced to 2-0 in group play.
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