"Momentum Changer": Aliyah Boston Names Caitlin Clark Play That Turned the Tide for Team USA in Gold Medal Win vs. France
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Key Points:
- Team USA overcame a 14-point deficit against France in the FIBA World Cup final, with Caitlin Clark’s late second-quarter three-pointer serving as a crucial momentum changer.
- Clark’s shot narrowed the score to 43-45 at halftime, sparking a dominant third quarter where the USA outscored France 30-12 and took control of the game.
- Veteran leadership and resilience were key factors in the comeback, with players like Breanna Stewart, Jackie Young, Kahleah Copper, and Chelsea Gray contributing significantly.
- The victory secured Team USA’s fifth consecutive FIBA Women’s World Cup title and 12th overall, highlighting their ability to remain composed and scrappy under pressure.
- Aliyah Boston emphasized the team’s mindset of staying close enough for a single play to shift momentum, a quality she hopes to see from Clark as the Indiana Fever approach the playoffs.
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