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Courant write up:
U.S. Women's Basketball Team Beats Canada, But It Wasn't Easy
“What I saw in Napheesa is what I’ve known Napheesa to be,” Team USA head coach Dawn Staley said. “I had an opportunity to coach Napheesa in 2018, I think … obviously the group that was out there gave us what we needed. Did I think about [substituting]? I did, but they were playing so well together I figured I would just let them finish the game out.”
“I think here in Connecticut we have the best fans, and the fact that we had some people here tonight can attest to that. It’s just such an honor to play with these girls,” Collier said, nudging A’ja Wilson. “Rookie of the Year right here. We have so many good people on this team that I just feel blessed to be here.”
