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United States' Sue Bird (6), center, celebrates score by teammate Jewell Loyd (4) during women's basketball preliminary round game at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, in Saitama, Japan. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
Melding newcomers with experienced vets keeps US golden

By Teresa M. Walker Jul. 30, 2021 06:46 AM EDT

United States' head coach Dawn Michelle Staley watches during women's basketball preliminary round game between Nigeria and United States of America at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, in Saitama, Japan. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
US women win 50th straight Olympic game, beat Nigeria 81-72

By Doug Feinberg Jul. 27, 2021 02:34 AM EDT