SYDNEY — It’s been a whirlwind week for Alyssa Thomas. She went from losing in the WNBA Finals on Sunday to flying 10,000 miles to Australia a day later to play for the United States in the World Cup.
Thomas had 14 points, nine assists and seven rebounds in her debut for the Americans, who beat Belgium 87-72 in the tournament opener on Thursday.
After finding out she’d be on the U.S. roster, she never gave any thought to skipping the World Cup. “Excited to be a part of this, been waiting a long time,” the 30-year-old Thomas said.
U.S. coach Cheryl Reeve was impressed with what Thomas was able to do with the short turnaround time. “It’s what I expected Alyssa to do, as it’s just what she does.
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