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Australia vs Puerto Rico, FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026, Today Match Prediction
Australia
Puerto Rico
Can Australia outclass Puerto Rico?
- Australia is currently ranked 3rd in the world, while Puerto Rico is ranked 13th.
- In the last five matches, Australia Women has won all five matches.
- In the last five matches, Puerto Rico Women has won all five matches.
Tournament: FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 | Venue: Germany, Berlin, Max-Schmeling-Halle | Tip Off: 15:00:00
Live Streaming: DAZN
Australia Women to win and cover the spread (-24.5).
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Australia vs Puerto Rico Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.01 | 11.0 |
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Australia
Australia enter the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 as one of the tournament’s strongest teams, ranked 3rd in the world and coming off a perfect 5-0 qualifying campaign in Istanbul. The Australians showed composure in close games, including an 82-76 win over Canada and a 77-74 victory against Turkiye.
Sami Whitcomb remains a major threat after earning FIBA’s TISSOT MVP award in Istanbul, averaging 13.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 2.2 steals. Ezi Magbegor also averaged 14.7 points and 5.3 rebounds, while Alanna Smith contributed 11.6 points and 8.0 rebounds.
Australia’s depth, experience and two way quality should make them heavy favorites in this Group C opener.
Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico Women face a major challenge against Australia in their FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 opener on September 4th. Ranked 13th in the FIBA World Ranking, Puerto Rico arrive with proven tournament experience, having reached the quarter finals at the 2022 World Cup.
Their qualification campaign showed resilience. After opening 0-3 in San Juan, Puerto Rico responded with wins over Senegal 56-47 and New Zealand 77-61 to secure their World Cup place.
Arella Guirantes will be crucial from the backcourt, offering scoring and playmaking, while Imani McGee provides interior strength and led Puerto Rico in points, rebounds and efficiency during qualifying. Veteran Pamela Rosado adds valuable experience.
Against Australia, they will need to slow the tempo, force a physical contest and shoot efficiently. Their best chance is keeping the game low scoring and competitive deep into the fourth quarter.
Australia vs Puerto Rico Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Isobel Borlase |
| SG | Ezi Magbegor |
| SF | Alex Wilson |
| PF | Sami Whitcomb |
| C | Miela Sowah |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Jacqueline Benitez |
| SG | Pamela Rosado |
| SF | Nina De Leon |
| PF | Imani McGee |
| C | Arella Guirantes |
Australia vs Puerto Rico Match Prediction & Analysis
Australia enter as clear favorites, backed by their depth, size and unbeaten World Cup qualifying campaign. Puerto Rico have shown resilience but face concerns over scoring depth. Australia’s 2-0 head-to-head advantage further strengthens their position.
Puerto Rico must slow the pace, defend aggressively and stay efficient offensively, while Australia should use their interior strength and transition game to control the contest.
In their last two head-to-head matchups, Australia has won both the matches against Puerto Rico.
Australia vs Puerto Rico Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sami Whitcomb | 13.8 | 2.8 | 2.2 | 2.2/1.0 |
| Imani McGee | 9.8 | 8.2 | 1.0 | 0.4/0.2 |
AUSTRALIA vs PUERTO RICO
Winning Prediction
Australia’s size, depth and defensive strength should overwhelm Puerto Rico. The Australian’s are expected to control the paint, dictate tempo and secure a victory in the opener. We are backing Australia Women to win this matchup.
Australia Women to win and cover the spread (-24.5).
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