Team USA defeats China 94-61 to open FIBA World Cup in Germany

The U.S. women's national basketball team began the FIBA World Cup in Germany on Friday with a 94-61 victory over China. Head coach Kara Lawson utilized a mix of veteran starters and a younger rotation that finished the contest. Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Rhyne Howard each scored 14 points to lead the team, while every rostered player logged at least 11 minutes of playing time. The U.S. maintained a lead throughout the second half, with the younger core closing out the final minutes. This win marks the start of the program’s pursuit of a fifth consecutive World Cup title during the current WNBA international break. Team USA faces Italy on Sunday and concludes group play against Czechia on Monday.

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