Team USA vs Hungary FIBA World Cup Game Gets Early Start Time
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- Team USA will face Hungary in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIBA World Cup, with the game scheduled for 5:30 am ET on Thursday due to the tournament being held in Berlin, Germany.
- Hungary, holding a 3-1 record, advanced by defeating Japan, Korea, and Nigeria, with Dorka Juhasz as their leading scorer averaging 15.3 points per game.
- Team USA has won two of three games but showed vulnerability in a narrow win over Italy; Jackie Young leads the team in scoring, Breanna Stewart in rebounds, and Caitlin Clark in assists.
- The young bench players Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese, and Caitlin Clark have been key contributors, with Bueckers leading in field goal percentage and blocks, and Reese excelling in multiple statistical categories.
- Despite being heavy favorites against Hungary, Team USA must improve their performance to avoid a potential upset and continue their pursuit of the gold medal, especially with strong competition from France.
