JOURNAL ARTICLE

U.S. Women's Basketball Team Wins Gold in Olympic Final.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Gregory, Sean 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the United States women's national basketball team securing its eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal at the Paris Summer Olympics with a narrow 67-66 victory over host nation France. A'ja Wilson played a pivotal role, contributing 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 4 blocks, helping the U.S. overcome a strong French challenge. The win marked the U.S.' 40th gold medal at the Games, tying China for the most golds, and extended the team's Olympic dominance. The article also highlights Diana Taurasi's historic sixth Olympic gold and notes the growing popularity of the WNBA, with rising stars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese drawing increased attention to women's basketball.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2024/08, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Sports and Leisure
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:178949359
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