Team USA Basketball advances to the knockout round of the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup after completing an undefeated group stage with three consecutive victories. The American squad will now face Hungary on Thursday morning in their first quarterfinal matchup at Berlin Arena in Berlin, Germany.
Hungary earned their spot in the knockout stage by defeating Japan on Tuesday with a decisive 84-63 victory, securing the fourth position in their group. Meanwhile, Team USA has had additional rest time since concluding their pool play on Monday, giving them extra preparation time before facing their Hungarian opponents.
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark continues to be a vital contributor for Team USA despite playing off the bench. Through the opening three contests, Clark has recorded an average of 8.0 points per game while leading the team in assists with 6.3 per contest and adding 2.7 rebounds, accumulating approximately 21 minutes and 54 seconds of playing time in each game.
The quarterfinal matchup represents a significant step in Team USA’s pursuit of their fifth consecutive world championship. As the tournament transitions into its knockout stage, the American team looks to maintain their undefeated record against a Hungary squad seeking to upset one of the tournament favorites.
Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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