Bueckers turns interception into pullup against Italy

USA carried a second-quarter lead in Berlin.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 61 min read

Paige Bueckers intercepts the pass and sinks the pullup jumper 🎯 The USA Women’s National Team leads Italy in the 2Q of Via @NBA on X

What happened: The sequence came during Sunday’s Group D meeting at the FIBA Women’s World Cup. Both sides entered the matchup 1-0.

Why it matters: The United States is chasing a fifth straight World Cup title. The outcome will shape Group D positioning before the final group games Monday.

By the numbers: In her opener, Paige Bueckers scored 14 points on 6-of-9 shooting with four assists and two steals in 20 minutes.

What to watch: The second half will determine whether the United States stays unbeaten. Its group-stage finale follows Monday.

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