The upcoming Women’s Basketball match between Team USA and Japan is set to be a highly anticipated event, with Team USA looking to continue their dominance on the court. The two teams previously faced off at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where Team USA emerged victorious with a 90-75 win, clinching their 7th consecutive gold medal. Center Brittney Griner played a key role in the victory with an impressive 30-point performance, while Power Forward Breanna Stewart controlled the boards with 14 rebounds.
Japan, currently ranked 9th in the FIBA World Rankings, has a notable history in Olympic basketball, being one of only two nations to have defeated Team USA in Olympic history. The other team that has achieved this feat is the former Soviet Union, now known as the Unified Team, who secured a win against Team USA in the ’92 Games. Team USA’s Group C schedule for the upcoming matches includes games against Japan, Belgium, and Germany, with the first match against Japan scheduled for Monday, July 29 at 3PM Eastern.
The Team USA Women’s Basketball roster boasts a star-studded lineup, with Captain Diana Taurasi competing in her sixth Olympic Games in the quest for her sixth gold medal, which would set a new record for the most gold medals by any player in USA Basketball history. Other players with notable achievements include Sue Bird, Lisa Leslie, and Tamika Catchings on the women’s side, and Carmelo Anthony on the men’s side. The roster also features WNBA stars like A’ja Wilson, who leads the WNBA in points and rebounds per game, making her a strong contender for the 2024 MVP.
The 2024 Paris Olympics roster for Team USA Women’s Basketball includes a talented group of players, led by Head Coach Cheryl Reeve and Assistant Coaches Kara Lawson, Joni Taylor, and Mike Thibault. The roster features players like Jewell Loyd, Kelsey Plum, and Breanna Stewart, who have been shining in the WNBA and are expected to make a significant impact on the court. With such a strong lineup, Team USA is considered heavy favorites to clinch gold at the upcoming Paris Games and continue their legacy of Olympic dominance.
Team USA Women’s Basketball has a rich history of success at the Olympics, winning gold medals in every Games since 1996. Prior to that, they also secured gold in 1984 and 1988, showcasing their consistent dominance on the international stage. The ’92 Games in Barcelona marked the last time Team USA Women’s Basketball suffered a loss at an Olympics, with their defeat against the Unified Team. Since then, they have maintained an unbeaten streak and are on par with Team USA Men’s Basketball for the most consecutive Olympic team victories in any sport, highlighting their unparalleled success in the world of basketball.
