Canada prevails after OT to get historic World Cup bronze

Team USA goes down for the third time in four games despite Mikal Bridges late 3 to force extra period. Brooks the MVP in the 127-118 win

Manila, Philippines – An historic first time for Canadian basketball, as the national team gets a first World Cup medal after beating Team USA for the first time at this stage. A overtime win (127-118 the final score) made the difference in a much anticipated showdown between two continental forces.

Behind Dillon Brooks’ stellar performance (39 points, 7/8 3PT) and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s strong double double (31 points, 12 assists) Canada was able to prevail after suffering a US comeback to cut a 13-point lead sustained across the game. Anthony Edwards was Team USA leading scorer with 24 points.