Aces players lead international teams to victories at 2026 FIBA World Cup

Four Las Vegas Aces players representing different nations earned victories during the opening day of the 2026 FIBA World Cup in Berlin. Stephanie Talbot recorded 19 points and eight rebounds to lead Australia to a 70-54 win against Puerto Rico. In the Team USA opener, Jackie Young and Chelsea Gray contributed 12 and five points respectively as the Americans secured a 94-61 victory over China. Meanwhile, Mai Yamamoto helped Japan overcome Mali in a 102-97 comeback. These results mark an undefeated start for the contingent of Aces players competing in the tournament. The players now shift their focus to upcoming group stage matches scheduled for September 5 and September 6.

• 5:19 PMYahoo Sports — Talbot dominates, Young contributes as Aces go undefeated to start World Cup play