Behind a game-high 23 points from Breanna Stewart, Team USA took down Australia in the Olympic quarterfinals, 79-55. It was the most convincing win of the tournament so far for the Americans after some shaky performances in the group stage.
“I do think the knockout rounds brings out a certain intensity about you, about a team,” Sue Bird said postgame. “So I think that plays a huge role in it, just understanding this is do or die at this point, win or go home. So I think that helps.”
Bird recorded nine points and five assists while Tina Charles grabbed six rebounds but did not score.