Failure to win a Gold medal would have emboldened critics of Caitlin Clark omission

USA players celebrate after winning the Women's Basketball Gold Medal

USA players celebrate after winning the Women’s Basketball Gold MedalCAROLINE BREHMANEFE

The winning streak lives on! Despite a tough challenge from France’s Gabby Williams, Team USA triumphed in a thrilling match at the Paris Olympics, clinching their eighth straight gold medal in women’s basketball.

In a game that pushed their limits, the U.S. team united with key contributions from newcomers Kahleah Copper and Jackie Young, along with seasoned players like A’ja Wilson, to uphold their decades-long reign.

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This victory was more than just a win-it was a testament to the enduring strength of Team USA’s basketball dynasty.

After a game filled with intense competition and pure basketball passion, the global basketball community came out to celebrate their achievement. Gabrielle Union, wife of NBA legend Dwyane Wade, shared her excitement.

“OMGGGGGGGGGGGGG!!!! This game!!!!! Congratulations USA Women’s team and big ups to France. WOW WOW WOW!! I love this game!” she declared.

Stars and fans celebrate team USA’s triumph

The win sparked a wave of reactions across social media. College basketball star Paige Bueckers tweeted out her congratulations.

“Golden again @usabasketball,” while Angel Reese, who was controversially left out of Team USA discussions, added,” A WIN IS A WIN. CONGRATS LADIES!!! @usabasketball.”

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Kalani Brown of the Dallas Wings also shared her excitement.

“USA!!! USA!!! USA!!!,” she added.

USC Coach praised team USA’s continued dominance

A’ja Wilson‘s USC head coach, who was in attendance at the Bercy Arena, also celebrated the victory.

“That’s 8 in a row! The DYNASTY of DYNASTIES! @usabasketball #GOLDHABITS #GOLDSTANDARD,” Wilson posted on Twitter.

The game, as thrilling as it was nerve-wracking, ended with Team USA standing tall, their legacy stronger than ever, and it allowed Team USA to defend their decision not to select Caitlin Clark for the tournament.