Team USA and France are set to face off in a highly anticipated gold medal game in women's basketball at the Bercy Arena in Paris, France. The game is scheduled for Sunday, August 11 at 9:30 a.m. ET | 6:30 a.m.
PT and will be broadcasted on NBCOlympics.com, Peacock, and Fubo.
Team USA's journey to the final has been impressive, with a dominating performance against Australia in the semifinal, securing an 85-64 victory.
Led by a formidable crew of WNBA stars, including A'ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart, Team USA has demonstrated their top-tier status and is aiming for an eighth straight gold medal. Despite a loss in the WNBA All-Star Game last month, Team USA has shown resilience and determination on their path to the final.
On the other hand, France secured their spot in the final after surviving an overtime thriller against Belgium.
Led by Gabby Williams, Valériane Ayayi, and Marine Johannes, France is determined to make history on their home court. Having never won a gold medal, France will be looking to upset the favorites and claim the top spot on the podium.
The atmosphere at Bercy Arena is expected to be electric, with a raucous home crowd cheering on the French team.
The United States will have to overcome essentially an away game environment in order to secure victory in this highly anticipated final.
One of the key storylines of this game is the pursuit of an unprecedented eighth straight gold medal by Team USA. With a win, Team USA will tie China in total gold medals and solidify their dominance in the Olympic Games.
The pressure is on for both teams as they aim for glory on the international stage.
The starting lineups for both teams have been revealed, with Team USA sticking to their familiar lineup of Chelsea Gray, Breanna Stewart, A'ja Wilson, Jackie Young, and Napheesa Collier.
France will be starting off with Marine Fauthoux, Valeriane Ayayi, Gabby Williams, Janelle Salaun, and Marieme Badiane in its lineup.
Veteran presence is key for Team USA, with 42-year-old Diana Taurasi chasing her sixth straight gold medal.
Taurasi's experience and leadership have been invaluable for the team, especially with a number of first-time Olympians in the roster.
As the countdown to the gold medal game begins, all eyes will be on Team USA and France as they battle for basketball supremacy. The stage is set for an epic showdown as both teams look to etch their names in Olympic history.
Stay tuned for all the live updates, highlights, and more as Team USA takes on host country France for a gold medal in women's basketball.
