Caitlin Clark helps US beat China and 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu 94-61 in women's World Cup opener
The United States women's basketball team defeated China 94-61 in a World Cup game. Caitlin Clark contributed 14 points and 11 assists for the US team, while China's tallest player, Zhang Ziyu, was unable to prevent the loss.
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2 sourcesCaitlin Clark helps US overcome tall order in win over China in women’s World Cup opener
Clark and Bueckers shine in World Cup debuts as the US women rout China 94-61
Caitlin Clark helps US beat China and 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu 94-61 in women's World Cup opener
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8 sourcesClark and Bueckers shine in World Cup debuts as the US women rout China 94-61
Bueckers and Clark shine in World Cup debuts as the US women rout China
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