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Breanna Stewart and Paige Bueckers lead Team USA past Czech Republic

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 12:40 AM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Breanna Stewart and Paige Bueckers lead Team USA past Czech Republic

Summary

Team USA holds a 57-33 lead over the Czech Republic at halftime in the FIBA World Cup group stage. Breanna Stewart has anchored the performance with 13 points, six rebounds, and six assists, while also working defensively alongside Paige Bueckers to tie the team's block count during the first half. Head coach Kara Lawson has maintained her veteran starting lineup despite public discourse regarding the inclusion of younger players like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Bueckers. The USA previously secured a narrow victory over Italy following a late jumper from Stewart. The Czech Republic is already eliminated from the competition after a winless run in the group stage. Team USA moves into the quarterfinals this Thursday.

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Status Watch

•Team USA leads the Czech Republic 57-33 at the end of the first half.
•Breanna Stewart recorded 13 points, six rebounds, and six assists by halftime.
•The Czech Republic is eliminated from the tournament after failing to secure a win.
•Team USA begins quarterfinal play on Thursday.

Latest Updates

12:40 AMYahoo Sports — Cameras Catch Breanna Stewart Tying Team USA Blocks Lead in Fierce Defensive Stunt With Paige Bueckers

What they're saying

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While Team USA head coach Kara Lawson has been criticized on social media for starting the veterans over the young stars, she hasn’t missed when it comes to starting three-time World Cup winner Breanna Stewart. To add the cherry on top, Stewart had some fantastic sequences with the second unit during the game against the Czech Republic, and her defensive chemistry with Paige Bueckers is proof of that.
— Yahoo Sports

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