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Team USA is headed to the finals of the FIBA Women’s Americup.
Canada put up a fight but came up short against No. 1 ranked Americans, 67-63. The victory advances the US to the Championship, where they will face Brazil.
USA Basketball @one basketball
Continues to play for #AmeriCup gold tomorrow night!
LSU standout Angel Reese was one of the most active players on the US team, scoring 10 points and grabbing 13 rebounds and a steal in 24:54.
Fans on Twitter praised Reese’s tenacity on the court, with many noting the physical battle between her and Aaliyah Edwards
Mateo Brune @MatthewBrune_
Angel Reese made another winning play.
Then pressure the ball, break the ball, then dig to force a turnover. @LSUwbkb pic.twitter.com/ K2WtMJNgqF
Mateo Brune @MatthewBrune_
Angel Reese with his patented double putback to extend USA’s lead in the first half pic.twitter.com/bNbFbHk7Vr
Aneela @WhoopsBlogger
Angel Reese continues to be excellent. #AmeriCupW
Reese and the Americans will look to avenge a 67-54 loss to Brazil during pool play. The Championship is scheduled for Sunday at 7:30 ET
