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Mercury's Copper Helps Team USA Remain Undefeated
Jul 20, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; USA Women's National Team guard Kelsey Plum (5), forward Breanna Stewart (10), guard Kahleah Copper (7) and forward A’ja Wilson (9) during the WNBA All Star game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Team USA was in action one last time, and it led to another victory. After four impressive wins, Team USA went 5-0, as the talented squad beat Spain. After missing the game against New Zealand, Phoenix Mercury star Kahleah Copper led the team to victory. She had 20 points in the team's 14-point win over Spain, and she also had two rebounds. She was on fire from deep, as she knocked down four 3-pointers. Copper was not the only one who scored in double figures, as two more players had at least 10 points. Kelsey Plum finished the game with 18 points, and she also had three rebounds, two steals and an assist. Then, Dearica Hamby had 14 points, seven rebounds, three steals and two assists. Team USA had a strong showing, and with the win, Copper and her teammates are officially headed to for the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026. That will take place in September, and the WNBA will give teams a break during that time. During this tournament, Copper averaged 12.8 points and 1.5 rebounds. She played every game

This article first appeared on Phoenix Mercury On SI  and was syndicated with permission.

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