The 1996 U.S. Olympic women’s team defeated Brazil 111–87 in the gold-medal game.
The final was played on August 4, 1996, at the Atlanta Games. The United States controlled the game against Brazil and secured its third Olympic gold medal in women’s basketball.
The team went undefeated at 8–0, winning every game by double digits. Its roster included stars such as Lisa Leslie, Sheryl Swoopes, Dawn Staley, Rebecca Lobo, and Teresa Edwards.
The 1996 Olympic team is also remembered for helping launch the WNBA, which began play in 1997. The unit was selected for induction into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the 2026 class.