USA Women’s Basketball Team Wins Gold Again

The U.S. women’s basketball team did it again, winning their eighth straight Olympic gold medal by narrowly defeating France 67-66. The game was a nail-biter, with every point counting in this tightly contested final.

A'Ja Wilson led the team scoring with 21 points. The American team faced tough competition from France, who had a lively home crowd cheering them on in Bercy Arena. The excitement peaked as the clock ticked down and Gabby Williams of France attempted a last-second buzzer shot, which just barely missed giving them the win.

The match was tense throughout, with both teams struggling to find their rhythm. At halftime, the score was tied at 25-25. The U.S. even trailed by as much as ten points at one point, highlighting how fierce the French defense was.

Coach Cheryl Reeve noted the challenges in their game, saying, “We had a hard time getting to our identity.” Despite the rocky play, the U.S. managed to pull together with key contributions from Kelsey Plum, who made crucial three-pointers and free throws.

This was a significant moment for the U.S. women’s team, marking their 61st consecutive Olympic win since 1992. The victory is a testament to their dedication and skill over the years, and it breaks the previous record of seven consecutive gold medals held by the men’s team.

Brittney Griner, celebrating her first international competition since her return from Russia, expressed her emotions as the American flag was raised during the medal ceremony, sharing how special the win felt after everything she had been through.

The match also marked the first time in Olympic history that both the men’s and women’s gold medal games featured the same two teams, with the U.S. men’s team claiming gold just a day earlier. This weekend showed the strength of American basketball on the global stage.