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U.S. Women Win 108-56, Reach FIBA World Cup Semifinals

By Drooid · Sep 11, 2026, 5:59 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

U.S. women's basketball team defeated Hungary 108-56 to reach the FIBA World Cup semifinals.
The victory marked the United States' 34th consecutive tournament win, a streak dating to a 2006 loss to Russia.
The team logged 31 assists, the most ever in a World Cup quarterfinal.
The United States shot 77% early and made five of six three-pointers.
They led 59-30 at halftime, a record first-half score.

History

Historical Context

The United States women’s basketball program captured its first Olympic gold in Atlanta, 1996, completing an undefeated 8-0 tournament run. Coach Tara VanDerveer guided the squad, while USA Basketball reported a 30-point average victory margin and 12,000 fans per game. Today’s team, featuring veteran Pat Summitt’s former players, replicated that dominance by posting a 77% shooting night and 31 assists against Hungary. The historic streak, now 34 consecutive wins since the 2006 loss to Russia, underscores USA Basketball’s long-term global supremacy and future medal expectations.

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Story summary

U.S. women's basketball team defeated Hungary 108-56 to reach the FIBA World Cup semifinals.
The victory marked the United States' 34th consecutive tournament win, a streak dating to a 2006 loss to Russia.
The team logged 31 assists, the most ever in a World Cup quarterfinal.
The United States shot 77% early and made five of six three-pointers.
They led 59-30 at halftime, a record first-half score.

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