The U.S. women’s basketball team crushed France 97-79 to claim the FIBA World Cup, avenging last year’s one-point Olympic thriller. Gabby Williams, France’s fiery captain, dropped 20 points, 7 assists, and 3 steals in a stellar tournament, averaging nearly 19 PPG — but it wasn’t enough as the U.S. exploded for 30 points in the third quarter to pull away. Williams kept her head high, praising France’s growth and pledging to elevate their global standing. With Breanna Stewart and Jackie Young leading the charge, the U.S. dominated the second half, while France’s coach lauded Williams’ leadership — calling this loss a stepping stone to future glory.

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Spain’s young stars shine as they claim bronze at the FIBA World Cup, defeating host Germany 81-58 behind Iyana Martín’s 22-point explosion — Spain’s third third-place finish in tournament history. Germany, despite falling short on home soil, showed remarkable growth and resilience, fueled by passionate crowds and a team hungry for redemption. Meanwhile, the U.S. cemented its dominance with a fifth straight title, while Spain’s rising core signals a bright future for European basketball.

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WNBA awards are heating up as the season resumes, with some races already decided and others brewing drama. Rookie of the Year and Sixth Player of the Year markets are locked — Olivia Miles and Janelle Salaün are heavy favorites. Defensive Player of the Year is the most competitive, with Gabby Williams leading but A’ja Wilson, Shakira Austin, and Angel Reese all in the mix. Jessica Shepard dominates the Most Improved Player race, while Cheryl Reeve’s coaching excellence has her virtually guaranteed Coach of the Year. And MVP? A’ja Wilson is a near-lock for her fifth award — but can the final ten days shake things up?

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