Team USA and France prepare for FIBA World Cup gold medal game

Team USA and France will face off in Berlin to determine the gold medal winner of the 2026 FIBA World Cup. France advanced to the final following an 86-64 semi-final victory over Germany, led by Gabby Williams who recorded 22 points, five assists, five rebounds, and four steals. Team USA reached the final after a 76-66 win against Spain, a contest that required a late fourth-quarter surge from veterans including Breanna Stewart. While France has averaged 14 triples per game throughout the tournament, Team USA has struggled with 3-point consistency, shooting under 32 percent as a team. The final game is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET.

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