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The USA Basketball women's team is keen to win an eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal in Paris. The squad full of WNBA stars will try to send another message to the world and extend their dominance over the rest of the nations.
Their preparation for the Olympics started today, as they faced Team Germany. The first starting lineup was shared on social media, which included some of the biggest names in the league: The first five are Chelsea Gray, Diana Taurasi, Napheesa Collier, Breanna Stewart and A'ja Wilson.
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After losing against the WNBA All-Stars on Saturday, they were poised to bounce back against Germany ahead of the Olympics.
The game ended in a blowout 84-57 win for Team USA, who overcame the bad result from the weekend in a big fashion.
It is time to know more details about this star-studded team and the talent they're taking to France to make another statement and set a tremendous record.
USA Basketball women's team full roster
At the start of June, a report revealed the 12 players who would represent the United States in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Led by A'ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart, a star-studded squad was officially announced later, confirming the initial report.
USA Basketball women's team showcase and Olympic tournament schedule
Contrary to their male counterpart, the USA Basketball women's team won't have a tour to get in shape for the 2024 Olympic tournament. The WNBA entered the Olympic break on Sunday after they lost to the WNBA All-Stars, 117-109, behind Arike Ogunbowale, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese's notable performances.
The team only had one preparation game, and they played it against Germany today at the O2 Arena in London.
They are in Group C with Japan, Belgium and Germany in the first round of the Olympic basketball tournament. Their first game is scheduled for Monday at Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Lille. They will continue their group-stage journey against Belgium on Thursday, Aug. 1, before closing out the first round against Germany on Sunday, Aug. 4.
Despite snubbing notable players like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, this team looks strong enough to beat its opponents on the way to an eighth consecutive gold medal on Aug. 11.
