U.S. women basketball team advances to FIBA World Cup semifinals in Berlin

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

U.S. women basketball team advances to FIBA World Cup semifinals in Berlin
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The U.S. women's basketball team secured a spot in the FIBA World Cup semifinals following a 108-56 victory over Hungary in Berlin on Wednesday. This win marks the 70th consecutive victory for the team across Olympic and FIBA World Cup competition. Napheesa Collier led all scorers with 19 points, a personal career best in global championship play. All 12 roster members contributed points and saw at least 10 minutes of action. The U.S. squad shot 59% from the field and converted 12 of 23 three-point attempts to match the program's highest point total in a World Cup knockout game. The Americans are scheduled to face either Australia or Spain in the next round on Saturday.

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  • The U.S. defeated Hungary 108-56 in the FIBA World Cup quarterfinals.
  • Napheesa Collier recorded a game-high 19 points.
  • The victory marks 70 straight wins in major international tournament play.
  • The team will play Australia or Spain in the semifinals this Saturday.
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The U.S. plays Australia or Spain in Saturday's semifinals.

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