Group USA nailed the gold at the inaugural FIBA 3 × 3 AmeriCup in 2021 and made their mark again this year with a thrilling victory over Brazil. Outstanding performances by Dearica Hamby and Kelsy Mitchell set the stage, but it was Katie Samuelson, the LA Lakers shooter, who stole the show ahead of the competition.
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The men’s and women’s 3 × 3 basketball teams were also among the first three teams to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics after their victory at the 2023 AmeriCup. With the women’s team aiming for the gold, Katie Samuelson’s latest achievement is even more special considering the recent birth of her daughter Aliya.
Concentrated on recreating the 2020 Olympic result
After the USA’s incredible win over Brazil, the official USA Basketball 3 × 3 account shared some key moments from the tournament. Surging with confidence after winning the 2023 AmeriCup, the Team USA is now focused on next year’s Olympics, hoping to emulate their gold medal triumph in Paris.
