Team USA women's basketball team will square off against Germany on Tuesday in their only international warm-up game scheduled to take place before the upcoming Paris Olympics. Cheryl Reeve's group arrived in London after competing in the All-Star game against Team WNBA.
The exhibition game against Germany will be extremely crucial for Team USA. A'ja Wilson & Co. haven't played enough minutes together and the team will use Tuesday's game to build chemistry and camaraderie.
Team USA's only game so far ended in a loss when Cheryl Reeve's team suffered a 109-117 loss against Team WNBA in the All-Star Game on Saturday. Team USA players looked a bit out of sorts due to their sheer lack of time together.
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This year, Germany women's basketball team will make its debut at the Olympics in Paris. Lisa Thomaidis' group booked their place in the 2024 Summer Games with an exceptional performance in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Belem, Brazil. Germany have been undefeated in their last seven outings.
The game against Team USA would prove to be a colossal challenge for a young and upcoming national team. Germany would relish the chance of going up against nine-time Olympic gold medalists.
Team USA vs. Germany: Game details and odds
Team USA vs. Germany Women's Basketball Showcase game is scheduled to take place on July 23, Tuesday at the O2 Arena in London. The tip-off is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (12 p.m. PT). Fans can watch the game live on Fox Sports 1, and they will also have the option to live stream the game on Fubo.
Team USA vs. Germany Women's Basketball Showcase Game: Preview
Team USA is gunning for a record eighth-straight gold medal at the Olympics. Cheryl Reeve's team has all the requisite ammunition and more to finish at the top of the podium.
The team boasts 2xWNBA MVP A'ja Wilson, who is currently the best women's basketball player in the world.
Diana Taurasi, who has won five Olympic gold medals with Team USA, is also part of the roster. The presence of 2xWNBA MVP Breanna Stewart further shows the firepower at Team USA's disposal.
Germany are led by Dallas Wings' charismatic small forward, Satou Sabally. The reigning WNBA Most Improved Player was the main reason behind Germany's Olympic qualification.
In Germany's must-win game against Brazil at the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament, Satou Sabally recorded 0 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 2.
Leonie Fiebich's shooting and Nyara Sabally's rebounding prowess will also be key factors in determining how far Germany goes in the Olympic Games.
Team USA vs. Germany Women's Basketball Showcase Game: Predicted Starting 5s
During the All-Star game, Cheryl Reeve started the game with: Diana Taurasi, Breanna Stewart, A'ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray and Jewell Loyd. Expect Team USA to field the same starting 5 against Germany.
On the contrary, Germany's starting 5 could likely comprise: Emily Bessoir, Satou Sabally, Leonie Fiebich, Lina Sontag, Nyara Sabally.
Team USA vs. Germany Women's Basketball Showcase Game: Prediction
When it comes to talent, experience and skillset, Team USA is head and shoulders above Germany. Expect A'ja Wilson & Co. to register a commanding victory over Germany on Tuesday.