NEWS:Team USA shocked  Basketball World Cup HAS BE…See More

Jude Uond

NEWS:Team USA shocked  Basketball World Cup HAS BE…See More

In a historic upset at the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup, Germany defeated Team USA 113–111 in the semifinals, marking their first-ever victory over the Americans in World Cup or Olympic competition. (theguardian.com)

  • Andreas Obst led Germany with 24 points, including a crucial three-pointer with 1:14 remaining that gave Germany a four-point lead. (cbsnews.com)
  • Franz Wagner contributed 22 points, and Daniel Theis added 21, while Dennis Schröder recorded 17 points and 9 assists. (olympics.com)
  • Germany outscored the U.S. 35–24 in the third quarter, establishing a 10-point lead heading into the final period. (cnn.com)
  • Despite a late rally by Team USA, Germany held on to secure the win.
  • Anthony Edwards led the U.S. with 23 points, while Austin Reaves added 21, Mikal Bridges scored 17, and Jalen Brunson contributed 15. (cbsnews.com)
  • The U.S. shot 58% from the field but allowed Germany to match that efficiency, shooting 58% as well. (cbsnews.com)
  • Defensive lapses and Germany’s size advantage, including 12 offensive rebounds and 25 second-chance points, were critical factors in the loss. (basketballnetwork.net)
  • Germany advanced to the final, facing Serbia, and secured their first World Cup title with an 83–77 victory. (en.wikipedia.org)
  • Team USA, missing players due to illness, lost to Canada 127–118 in the bronze medal game, marking their second consecutive World Cup without a medal. (en.wikipedia.org)

This defeat underscores the growing competitiveness of international basketball and the need for Team USA to adapt to evolving global dynamics.

However, the third quarter saw the tide change and Germany seized its opportunity, catching the US sleeping following the break.

Germany outscored the US 35-24 in the third quarter and took a crucial 10-point lead into the final 10 minutes of the semifinal clash.

Led by Anthony Edwards and Austin Reaves, Team USA rallied in the fourth and a final quarter comeback looked to be on, but it proved to be too little, too late.