Top players prepare for FIBA Women's World Cup start in Berlin

The FIBA Women’s World Cup begins September 4 in Berlin, Germany, with 16 international teams competing for the title. Team USA enters the tournament seeking its fifth consecutive championship despite the absence of A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum. Head coach Kara Lawson noted that international competition is improving, making this tournament a significant challenge. Several notable players identified for their international experience include Han Xu of China, Spain's Megan DiLeo, Julie Allemand of Belgium, and Japan's Mai Yamamoto. These athletes carry significant individual resumes into the opening round of play, which features a matchup between Team USA and China.

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