Team USA just absolutely walloped Czechia on Monday, cruising to a 105-64 victory in Berlin, Germany. What a statement! The Americans wrapped up their group stage play at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup with a perfect 3-0 record, completely sweeping Group D. That 41-point beatdown wasn’t just another win; it was their 33rd consecutive World Cup victory, extending a ridiculous streak that goes all the way back to 2006. Talk about dominance!
This win was a massive bounce-back, especially after Sunday’s nail-biter against Italy, a 55-52 victory that marked Team USA’s lowest point total at the World Cup since 1984. Seriously, 1984! But you know what? Great teams respond, and that’s exactly what we saw against Czechia. Six players hitting double figures? That’s not just a win, that’s an explosion of talent and a clear message to the rest of the field.
Stewart Led the Charge, But Everyone Eviscerated
You gotta talk about Breanna Stewart first, right? She absolutely took over, leading Team USA with a jaw-dropping 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists. And get this: she did all that in just 17 minutes of play. That kind of efficiency is just unreal. It’s like she decided the team needed a spark, and boom, instant fire. But it wasn’t a solo show, not by a long shot. Angel Reese stepped up big with 13 points, while Napheesa Collier and Jackie Young each poured in 12. Paige Bueckers and Sonia Citron also got in on the action, both dropping 10 points apiece. When you have that many players contributing, that kind of depth is what makes a champion.
Napheesa Collier summed it up perfectly after the game: “I thought it was a great response that we had from yesterday’s game.” She wasn’t wrong. She pointed out that while they didn’t shoot well against Italy, the aggression they brought, especially on defense, was key. “I thought our on ball defense was pretty good,” she said, adding, “I saw a lot of people got their hands in.” That’s the kind of hustle and focus that turns an ugly win into a statement victory. They tightened things up, got aggressive, and completely stifled Czechia. It was a complete performance.
What’s Next for Team USA?
So, what does this dominant Group D sweep mean? Team USA is officially heading to the quarterfinals! They’ll be lacing up again on Thursday, September 10, ready to face off against the winner of the Japan-Hungary game. After putting up 105 points and showing that kind of resilience and firepower, everyone in the World Cup knows Team USA is locked in. This wasn’t just a win, it was a declaration. Let’s see them carry this momentum straight through to the championship!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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