India, Sept. 7 -- Team USA survived its toughest Women's FIBA World Cup test in nearly two decades, edging Italy 55-52 on Sunday after a tense finish. Jackie Young led the United States with 10 points as the team struggled to find its rhythm offensively, while Chelsea Gray delivered a crucial defensive play late in the game to help secure the victory. The result marked the lowest-scoring World Cup win for the Americans since their 42-38 victory over Australia in 1967.

Team USA Holds Off Italy in Thrilling FIBA Women's World Cup Clash

Team USA survived a major scare against Italy on Sunday, grinding out a 55-52 victory in the FIBA Women's World Cup. The Americans started strongly and raced into a 23-8 lead, but Italy's switch to a 2-3 zo...