U.S. cruises past Nigeria to reach women's basketball semis
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A'ja Wilson had 20 points and 11 rebounds as the United States beat Nigeria 88-74 on Wednesday in the quarterfinals of the women's basketball tournament at the Olympics in Paris, France.
The Americans, who are seeking their eighth consecutive gold medal and have now won 59 straight games in Olympic competition, will play Australia in Friday's semifinals. France will face