USA and Australia to clash for title in Debrecen

SEMIS

USA - Hungary 75-42
USA cruised past Hungary to reach the Final in Debrecen. The North American team piled up a 35-15 halftime lead. They dropped 40 points in the second half and rallied to a comfortable win at the end. Sonia Citron (185-G-03) finished with 17 points and 8 rebounds, while Caitlin Clark (183-G-01) and Diamond Johnson (165-G-02) added 14 points each for USA. Julia Boros (175-G-02) responded with 14 points for Hungary.

Australia - Mali 62-50
Australia reached the title game in Debrecen. They held off Mali in the semifinal clash. Australia posted a 31-24 halftime lead. Mali pulled within 5 points at the final break. But the Gems sank 24 points in the fourth quarter and got away with the win. Jade Melbourne (176-F/G-02) delivered 19 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for Australia. Nyadiew Puoch (189-C-04) had 16 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Sika Kone (190-F/C-02) answered with 15 points and 19 rebounds for Mali.