In a thrilling match during the group play of the Tokyo Olympics, the U.S. women's basketball team secured their second win with an impressive 87-74 victory over Belgium. The American squad showcased their skill and depth, outscoring Belgium's bench by a significant margin. Breanna Stewart and A'ja Wilson led the charge with 26 and 23 points respectively, propelling Team USA to another resounding victory.

Despite Belgium's strong efforts, they were unable to cut the deficit to single digits once the U.S. secured a double-digit lead. The American team held firm throughout the game, displaying their experience and composure. This win improves their record to 2-0 in the Olympics group play, setting them up for a crucial matchup against Germany in the quarterfinals on Saturday.

The importance of the U.S. team's bench cannot be overstated, as they outscored Belgium's reserves 31-11. Alyssa Thomas and Jewell Loyd made significant contributions off the bench, each scoring eight points. Their collective effort provided a much-needed boost to the team's overall performance.

One of the standout moments came from Sabrina Ionescu, who sealed the victory for Team USA with a clutch 3-pointer from the top of the arc, extinguishing any hopes of a Belgium comeback. The American team's defensive pressure played a crucial role in their victory, forcing turnovers and turning them into fast-break opportunities.

Despite facing a resilient Belgium side, the U.S. women's basketball team remained resilient and focused. Antonia Delaere's impressive shooting display, including three consecutive 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, briefly threatened to narrow the gap. However, strong defensive efforts and timely scoring from players like Napheesa Collier and Alyssa Thomas ensured that the U.S. maintained control of the game.

Throughout the match, the U.S. demonstrated their dominance on the boards, outrebounding Belgium by an impressive 41-18 margin by the end of the third quarter. This advantage on the glass allowed them to control the tempo of the game and create multiple scoring opportunities.

Heading into halftime, the United States held an eight-point lead over Belgium, thanks to an exceptional second quarter where they outscored their opponents 23-15. Breanna Stewart led the charge for Team USA with 15 points, closely followed by A'ja Wilson with 10. Emma Meesseman proved to be a formidable opponent for the U.S., consistently finding ways to contribute on the offensive end for Belgium.

As the Tokyo Olympics continue, the U.S. women's basketball team has firmly established themselves as strong contenders for the gold medal. Their exceptional performance against Belgium further cements their status as one of the favorites in the tournament. With their next match against Germany on the horizon, the American squad will look to maintain their winning streak and advance into the knockout stage, eager to build upon their legacy of success in international competition.