The U.S. women’s basketball team is gearing up for the Olympic Games in Paris, aiming for an eighth consecutive gold medal victory. Led by star players A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart, the team is on a 55-game winning streak and hasn’t lost a game since 1992 in Barcelona.
Veteran player Diana Taurasi, who is going for her sixth gold medal, is focused on the present rather than the team’s impressive history in the Olympics. She emphasized the importance of finding their own identity as a team for this year’s games.
The team is looking to surpass the U.S. men’s basketball team’s record of seven consecutive gold medals and will face tough competition from teams like Japan, Germany, and Belgium in their group. Taurasi acknowledges the increased level of competition in women’s basketball and the investment in women’s sports that has paid off on the court.
Despite limited practice time together, the U.S. team is relying on their depth and ability to wear down opponents with fresh players coming off the bench. The players are focused on making the most of the time they have to practice and improve their game before their opening match against Japan.
With only about 14 hours of practice before the first game, the team is determined to work hard and continue to get better each day. Their advantage lies in their depth, with reserves that could easily be starting for other countries in the Olympics.
As the team faces challenges with travel disruptions and limited practice time, they remain confident in their abilities and are prepared to give their all on the court. The U.S. women’s basketball team is ready to showcase their talent and determination as they aim for another gold medal victory in Paris.