USA Women's Basketball Extends Olympic Winning Streak with Victory Over Germany

In a commanding performance, the USA women's basketball team defeated Germany 87-68 on Sunday, marking their 58th consecutive Olympic win since the 1992 Barcelona Games. Coach Cheryl Reeve emphasized the importance of depth in the team's success, stating, "We’re not the USA dynasty without it." Star player A’ja Wilson contributed significantly with 14 points, highlighting the team's ability to substitute players without losing momentum. Germany, competing in its first Olympic Games, faced challenges throughout the match but managed to keep the score competitive, closing the first quarter at 19-16. The team struggled initially but found a spark after a lineup change, narrowing the gap before the USA regained control. Despite a strong start to the third quarter, Germany fell behind as Kelsey Plum scored six consecutive points for the Americans. The game took a concerning turn when German player Fiebich was injured and had to leave the court, finishing with 10 points. Germany also missed key player Nyara Sabally, who remained sidelined due to concussion protocol after an injury in their opening game. Looking ahead, Germany will face France in the quarterfinals following the draw held on Sunday night. In other Olympic action, Nigeria made history by becoming the first African nation to advance to the quarterfinals, securing a 79-70 victory over Canada.