Caitlin Clark helps US beat China and 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu 94-61 in women’s World Cup opener

Caitlin Clark contributed 14 points and 11 assists to lead the United States to a 94-61 victory over China in their women’s basketball World Cup opener. Rhyne Howard also scored 14 points, while Jackie Young added 12. The U.S. team, featuring a young roster including Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Angel Reese, extended their World Cup winning streak to 31 games. Despite China’s efforts, led by 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu, the Americans maintained control, especially in the second half. Zhang, in her World Cup debut, scored 13 points, while Han Xu added 11 points and 10 rebounds. The U.S. team, usually met with opposition in international tournaments, enjoyed fan support during the game. The U.S. will face Italy next, while China will play against the Czech Republic. QUESTION: How might the presence of young players like Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Angel Reese influence the future of women’s basketball?