After a slim victory in opposition to Italy on Sunday, the US responded with a dominant win over Czechia to advance to the knockout spherical of the FIBA World Cup.

Following the win, Caitlin Clark mentioned the modifications made after a tough efficiency.

“We have been all form of excited we had a back-to-back and will get out right here and play once more. Clearly after final night time, did not play our greatest, wasn’t nice in any respect,”Clark instructed TNT Sports activities’ Allie LaForce (25-second mark). “Thought we have been a lot better on the offensive finish, performed with much more tempo tonight, performed in transition higher. Thought we have been good on protection. Excited to have the bye and prepare for 3 extra video games.”

The U.S. beat Italy 55-52 earlier than trouncing Czechia 105-64 on Monday.

Clark completed with 9 factors and 7 assists off the bench, and Breanna Stewart led the way in which for the US with 19 factors, seven boards and 6 assists.

The US secured a bye to the quarterfinals and can face the winner of Japan and Hungary on Thursday.