Team USA crushes Hungary 108-56 to reach FIBA World Cup semifinals

The US women's national basketball team left Hungary no chance in the FIBA Women's World Cup quarterfinals, winning 108-56 in dominant fashion to advance to the semifinals. The game saw complete control from the opening minutes as the US ended the first quarter 36-12, setting up a one-sided affair. The US power came from converting defense into quick offense. They consistently intercepted Hungary's passes, stole the ball and scored from close range. According to statistics, the US made 20 of their first 26 field goals, including 5 of 6 three-pointers, for an impressive 76.9% efficiency. The first half ended 59-30, which FIBA confirmed as the highest-scoring first half in US team history at any World Cup. Individually, Napheesa Collier was the brightest star with 19 points, scoring 10 in the first 10 minutes. Caitlin Clark narrowly missed her second double-double of the tournament with 10 points and 9 assists, showcasing her all-around playmaking role. Angel Reese had no standout box-score numbers, but her pick-and-roll chemistry with Clark at the end of the first quarter suggests the coaching staff is building a deliberate two-man game between the two young talents. The most notable aspect was how the US completely neutralized Hungary's top scorer, Dorka Juhasz. Before the game, Juhasz averaged 15.3 points and 11 rebounds per game. But under tight US defense, she missed her first seven shots and finished with only 2 points on 1-for-12 shooting. This drastic collapse highlights the US team's elite defensive adjustment capability. Also during the game, reserve player Sonia Citron suffered a minor nose injury late in the third quarter and left the court, but returned to start the fourth quarter, confirming the injury was not serious and would not affect the roster for upcoming matches. With this convincing victory, the US enters the semifinals as the overwhelming favorite for the championship. However, the coach's challenge is whether the transition-oriented and inside-heavy offense can be sustained against opponents that can control the pace, such as Spain or Australia. The Clark-Reese pick-and-roll is being gradually refined and could become a key tactical weapon in the decisive games ahead. The road to the World Cup title is still long, but the performance against Hungary showed that the US women's team is not just strong because of individual excellence, but also because of tactical preparation and formidable roster depth.