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Women’s Olympic basketball action continues Friday with three games on the slate, including the United States taking on the host country Japan and Nigeria meeting France. Australia and China will round out the day’s play.
Women’s basketball Olympics Friday, July 30
USA vs. Japan
Time: 12:40 a.m. ET
TV channel: USA
Live stream: NBCOlympics.com
Spread: USA -19
Over/under: 161
Moneyline odds: USA -2500, Japan +1200
The Americans are heavy favorites not only in this game, but in the competition as a whole. They have looked the part so far and will hope to continue performing at a high level against Japan. The host nation will hope to spring the biggest upset of the tournament in this contest.
Nigeria vs. France
Time: 4:20 a.m. ET
TV channel: TBD
Live stream: NBCOlympics.com
Spread: France -7.5
Over/under: 142.5
Moneyline odds: Nigeria +270, France -350
France is the slight favorite here with former UConn star Gabby Williams leading the way. Nigeria has familiar talent as well with Erica Ogwumike and Elizabeth Balogun, but needs contributions from supporting players to get the win here. France’s quartet from Tango Bourges Basket needs to step up in this one.
Australia vs. China
Time: 8:00 a.m. ET
TV channel: TBD
Live stream: NBCOlympics.com
Spread: Australia -5.5
Over/under: 146.5
Moneyline odds: Australia -255, China +205
Australia has a host of WNBA players on the roster and expects to challenge USA for the gold medal. Stephanie Talbot and Leilani Mitchell headline the Australian squad, but look for Ezi Magbegor to get things going as the tournament progresses. China is a solid unit, but will likely be outmatched by Australia’s talent in this contest.