A’ja Wilson praised Kaahliah Copper for helping the U.S. women’s basketball team win the gold medal at the Paris Olympics with a one-point victory over France.
Copper came off the bench to score 12 points, including a two-pointer and the final free throw of the game. Wilson added 21 points and 13 rebounds, but was asked to talk about Copper in the aftermath of the 67-66 win.
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A’ja Wilson (left) and Kalia Copper practice before the Paris Olympics on July 22, 2024 in London. (Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)
“That son of a bitch,” Wilson said.
Copper kept her cool and pulled within three with five seconds left. If she’d missed one of the free throws, France’s Gaby Williams would have tied the game with a long two-pointer. If she’d missed both, Williams’ shot might have sealed the win.
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U.S. team members, from left, Jackie Young, Chelsea Gray and Kalia Copper, celebrate after their win over France at the 2024 Olympics in Paris on Aug. 11. (Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
Instead, the United States won its 61st consecutive Olympic victory and eighth consecutive gold medal.
Copper currently plays for the Phoenix Mercury. This is her first Olympic medal. She was on the team when it won gold at the 2022 World Cup in Australia.
Copper’s teammate, Diana Taurasi, won another gold medal, adding another chapter to her illustrious resume.
Kaalia Kopper throws a pass during the women’s gold medal game against France at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, August 11, 2024. (Damien Meyer/AFP via Getty Images)
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Taurasi has won six gold medals and has been on the U.S. team since 2004, when the team won in Athens.
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