Like many basketball fans, Angel Reese was glued to the screen as Team USA narrowly edged out France in a nail-biting gold medal game at the Olympics.
The Americans managed to secure a thrilling 67-66 victory, earning their eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal in the process. The game came down to the wire, with Kahleah Copper sinking two crucial free throws that extended the lead to three points in the final moments. France’s Gabby Williams hit a buzzer-beater, but with her foot on the line, it only counted for two points, sealing the win for Team USA.
As the final buzzer sounded, Reese took to social media to share her excitement. She first tweeted, “What a GAME,” capturing the intensity of the matchup. She quickly followed up with another message, saying, “A WIN IS A WIN. CONGRATS LADIES!!! @usabasketball,” expressing her pride in the team’s hard-fought victory.
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Reese, a standout player in her own right, is widely expected to be a key figure on the American roster when the next Olympics take place in Los Angeles in 2028. Her enthusiasm for Team USA’s current success only heightens the anticipation of what she might bring to the team in the future.
The gold medal game was a rollercoaster of emotions, especially as Team USA found themselves trailing 35-25 after France opened the second half with a 10-0 run. The French team also held a 53-51 lead midway through the fourth quarter, putting the Americans on the ropes. But that’s when Copper stepped up, scoring eight of the final 16 points for Team USA and leading the charge as they made 10-of-12 free throws down the stretch to secure the victory.
Copper, who played a pivotal role off the bench, wasn’t the only one to shine. She and Kelsey Plum both contributed 12 points each, with perfect shooting from the free-throw line. Meanwhile, A’ja Wilson was the star of the night, leading all scorers with a game-high 21 points.
On the other side, Gabby Williams, a former UConn standout who has played in the WNBA with the Chicago Sky and Seattle Storm, led France with 19 points. Despite her best efforts, it was not enough to topple the American powerhouse.
As the basketball world celebrates yet another gold for Team USA, the excitement is already building for what lies ahead in the next Olympic cycle. With young stars like Angel Reese waiting in the wings, the future looks bright for American basketball.
