In a historic clash, Germany secured their maiden FIBA Basketball World Cup title by overcoming Serbia 83-77 in a hard-fought battle. This long-awaited victory marked a significant milestone for German basketball.?Team USA, despite their remarkable basketball prowess, faced a string of disappointments in the FIBA World Cup.

The unexpected exit from the tournament forced NBA legends like Shaquille O’Neal, LeBron James, and many others to share their views.

2x WNBA MVP praises NBA star’s efforts

The heartbreak didn’t end there for Team USA. In the game for the bronze medal, they faced a resilient Canadian team. The game proved to be a thrilling showdown that went down to the wire. With just 4.2 seconds remaining in regulation and trailing 111-107, Team USA found themselves in a challenging situation with forward Mikal Bridges at the free-throw line.

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Amidst the intense pressure, $ 90,900,000-rich Mikal Bridges demonstrated nerves of steel. After making the first free throw attempt, he made a calculated decision. Bridges intentionally missed the second free throw, a strategic move that allowed him to chase down the loose ball. In a jaw-dropping sequence of events, Bridges managed to secure the rebound and swiftly drained a corner three-pointer, all while falling down. This incredible shot tied the contest with less than a second left on the clock.

The Brooklyn Nets star guard’s spectacular play didn’t go unnoticed. Even 2-time WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson was captivated by his “insane” efforts on the court. Filled with admiration for his remarkable performance, Wilson took to her Instagram to give Bridges a heartfelt shout-out. She shared the unforgettable reel of Bridges’ heroic moment on her Instagram story, captioning it with the simple yet powerful word, “Insane Play.”

Canada’s overtime triumph in FIBA World Cup

While Bridges’ shot sent shockwaves through the basketball world, it wasn’t enough to secure the victory for Team USA in regulation. As the final buzzer sounded, the scoreboard displayed a 111-111 tie, sending the game into overtime. However, the extra period belonged to Canada. They outscored the US 16-7, clinching the bronze medal in a hard-fought battle.

A’ja Wilson’s gesture and Mikal Bridges’ iconic shot serve as a reminder of the beauty that happens on the court when players and spectators come together to celebrate the game that we all love.

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