U.S. WOMEN'S BASKETBALL TEAM SHOWCASES TALENT IN OLYMPIC OPENER

The United States women's basketball team opened its Olympic competition with a victory over Nigeria by a score of 81-72.

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The squad displayed their enormous quality and depth by having all 12 players score points during the game.

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A'ja Wilson led the team with 19 points, while Breanna Stewart added 13 points and 8 rebounds.

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In the first half, the United States squad battled with turnovers, but they were able to move ahead in the second half.

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Nigeria's Ezinne Kalu had a standout performance, scoring 16 points and leading her team's comeback attempt.

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In the women's basketball competition, the United States team is going for their eighth straight gold medal.

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The squad is coached by Dawn Staley, a former player who was awarded three gold medals in her career.

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The United States squad will play Japan in their next match, which will take place on Monday.

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