Team USA secured a decisive 108-56 victory against Hungary in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup on Thursday. Five U.S. players scored in double figures, with Napheesa Collier and Caitlin Clark leading the charge. Clark contributed a game-high six assists while coming off the bench.
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Angel Reese narrowly missed scoring in double figures, finishing with nine points on 4-of-5 shooting, alongside five rebounds and two blocks in 18 minutes. Rhyne Howard, who had previously struggled with only five points in her first two games, rebounded strongly with 15 points against Hungary, energizing the offense.
Despite a lackluster performance in their second game against Italy, where they managed just 55 points, Team USA has since dominated its opponents, outscoring the Czech Republic and Hungary by a total of 93 points. The team shot an impressive 60 percent overall and 55 percent from three-point range (12-of-22) during the game, setting a quarterfinal scoring record at the World Cup.
Collier delivered her best performance of the tournament thus far, scoring 19 points, matching Breanna Stewart’s output against the Czech Republic for the highest points by an American player in this year's tournament. Clark and Reese showcased their synergy on the court, each assisting the other during a transition play following a steal.
With head coach Kara Lawson restoring the team's momentum after the setback against Italy, Team USA looks poised to secure its fifth consecutive gold medal. The U.S. will face the winner of the Australia-Spain matchup in the semifinals on Saturday.