Women's Basketball World Cup

2022 - 9 - 22

Roundup: China, United States start impressively in Women's ... (China.org.cn)

SYDNEY, Sept. 22 (Xinhua) -- China and the United States both recorded convincing victories to make day one statements at the FIBA Women's Basketball World ...

She made amends with a three-point shot shortly after but it was her only basket of the game. It was the first time we were on the court with this team," Stewart said. The U.S.

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FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2022: 3 takeaways from the ... (Sporting News AU)

The Australian Opals dropped their opening game at the FIBA World Cup, going down 70-57 to France.

The Opals' offence struggled to get going in their opening game, shooting just 26 percent from the field and 21.7 percent from three, finding success with their energy and activity on the glass, creating plenty of second-chance opportunities. Jackson had her moments early in the game, but was on the bench throughout the third quarter, finishing with three points and one rebound in her return to the national team. The Opals trailed by just one point at half-time and were still in the game entering the final frame, but a dominant fourth quarter from France blew the game open as they cruised to a 13-point victory.

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France spoils LJ's return, beats Australia in World Cup (Associated Press)

SYDNEY (AP) — Lauren Jackson was emotional after playing her first game for Australia in 12 years. The Hall of Famer didn't get the result she wanted as the ...

The Chinese jumped out to a 16-2 lead behind hot shooting and solid defense. The Americans went on a 12-4 run to start the third quarter and put the game away. Puerto Rico raced out to a 31-16 lead after the first quarter and never looked back. The Americans jumped out to a quick 12-0 lead before Belgium settled down to get within one. Nearly 11 months after starting her return, Jackson checked in for the first time midway through the first quarter and got a huge ovation from the crowd. Gabby Williams had 14 of her 23 points in the first half when France led 32-31.

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