Team USA wins World Cup group with dominant victory

Team USA bounced back from a narrow victory over Italy with a dominant 105-64 win against Czechia on Monday, September 7, 2026, in their final group stage game of the FIBA Women's World Cup. The performance served as a strong statement of the defending champions' capabilities as they head into the knockout stage. Breanna Stewart led the charge, scoring 19 points, grabbing seven rebounds, and dishing out six assists. After a quiet offensive outing against Italy, Stewart’s performance against Czechia was a return to form, shooting 8 of 11 from the field. Her early scoring helped the U.S. establish a commanding 29-15 lead in the first quarter, a stark contrast to their low-scoring first half against Italy. The Americans extended their advantage to 57-33 by halftime and never looked back, ultimately securing a 40-point victory. The win clinched first place in Group D for the United States, allowing them to bypass the qualification round and advance directly to the quarterfinals. They are scheduled to face the winner of the Hungary versus Japan game on Thursday, September 10, 2026. Beyond Stewart's performance, the game highlighted Team USA's depth.