Chelsea Gray helps Team USA secure narrow victory over Italy

Team USA defeated Italy 55-52 in FIBA Women’s World Cup group play on Sunday. Chelsea Gray provided the decisive plays in the final minutes, including a clutch jump shot and a defensive charge. The victory occurred despite an American shooting performance that saw the team convert only 28.6% of their field goals and one of 12 three-point attempts. Italy kept the contest close throughout, led by Cecilia Zandalasini’s 14 points, as the United States recorded its lowest point total in over 50 years. The game featured 14 turnovers from the American side and a narrow rebounding disadvantage of 42-43. Team USA moves on to face Czechia in its next tournament match.

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