he 2025 Nike Hoop Summit was everything fans hoped for — electric atmosphere, elite talent, jaw-dropping plays, and a high-stakes clash between the best young women’s basketball players from across the globe.

Held at the Moda Center in Portland, this annual showcase was more than just a game — it was a preview of the future of women’s basketball, and if this matchup was any indication, that future is fast, fearless, and fiercely competitive.

🇺🇸 Final Score:

Team USA 92 – Team World 85

FIRST HALF: Team USA Flexes Early, Team World Responds

The game tipped off with Team USA setting a blistering pace. From the opening possession, they attacked with purpose and aggression. Guard Jada Williams, a Kentucky commit, sparked the offense with back-to-back steals that led to easy layups, igniting the home crowd.

Mikaylah Williams (no relation), projected as a top-3 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, showed off her all-around game — hitting off-the-dribble jumpers, rebounding in traffic, and locking down perimeter scorers on defense.

But Team World refused to back down.

Led by Zara Osei from Australia, a 6’2″ guard-forward hybrid with silky handles and great court vision, the international squad started finding their rhythm. Osei orchestrated a beautiful pick-and-roll with Leonie Fiebich (Germany), threading a no-look pass for an and-one bucket that silenced the American run.

As the first quarter closed, France’s Camille Belot hit a buzzer-beating three to cut the lead to four.

End of Q1: USA 24 – World 20
Halftime: USA 47 – World 42

THIRD QUARTER: The International Fire Flares Up

Team World came out of halftime playing with fire. Belot drained two more three-pointers within the first three minutes, giving the internationals their first lead of the night at 50–49.

Yukino Katayama (Japan), the shortest player on the floor at 5’4”, became the biggest problem for Team USA’s defense. Her quickness, decision-making, and confidence off the bounce had the crowd buzzing — she scored or assisted on 10 straight points for her team.

However, Team USA adjusted by going bigger and more physical, bringing in Jordan Lee, a 6’4” forward out of California, who began dominating the paint.

Lee’s rim protection and rebounding shifted the game’s momentum, and she finished the quarter with 10 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 blocks.

End of Q3: USA 66 – World 64

FOURTH QUARTER: Clutch Time = USA Time

With the game tied at 74 midway through the fourth, nerves began to show — missed free throws, wild turnovers, and tense sideline huddles.

But then, Kayla Jackson took over.

The Illinois native, known for her calm-under-pressure demeanor, scored 8 straight points with a pair of aggressive drives and a cold-blooded three-pointer that gave Team USA a 6-point cushion with just under 2 minutes to go.

Ines Da Silva (Portugal) kept Team World in it, scoring 5 quick points and nearly stealing an inbounds pass, but USA’s Aliyah Chavez closed the door with a highlight-reel block on a late-game layup attempt — sealing the win in emphatic fashion.

STAT LEADERS & STANDOUTS

🇺🇸 Team USA

Jordan Lee: 18 pts, 11 reb, 3 blk (Player of the Game)

Kayla Jackson: 16 pts, 4 ast, 2 stl (Clutch Closer)

Mikaylah Williams: 14 pts, 6 reb, 3 stl (Two-way Monster)

Jada Williams: 9 pts, 7 ast, 3 stl (Floor General)

 

 

 

Team World

Ines Da Silva (Portugal): 19 pts, 6 ast (Breakout Performer)

Camille Belot (France): 15 pts, 5 3PM (Sharpshooter)

Zara Osei (Australia): 11 pts, 5 ast (Playmaker Supreme)

Yukino Katayama (Japan): 10 pts, 3 ast, 2 stl (Fan Favorite)

 

 

COACH & PLAYER REACTIONS

Team USA Coach Carla Berube (UConn):

“These girls came together fast, and played like they’ve been teammates for years. The energy, the communication, the effort — it was beautiful to watch.”

Jordan Lee (Team USA):

“We knew they were going to bring it. We just had to match their fire — and then some.”

Zara Osei (Team World):

“We gained respect tonight. A few plays go our way, and it’s a different ending. We’ll be back.”

THE GLOBAL GROWTH OF WOMEN’S HOOPS

This year’s Summit sent a clear message: women’s basketball is global, and the gap is shrinking.

Players from non-traditional basketball countries like Portugal, Japan, and Serbia showed they can compete — and shine — on the world stage. Scouts in the building weren’t just watching — they were taking notes.

“The skill development globally is catching up fast,” one WNBA assistant GM said. “There are future stars on both sides of this game — no question.”

WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS

Full highlights are now available on:

YouTube (Nike Basketball Official)

ESPNW

WNBA App

 

 

 

Catch all the ankle breakers, buzzer-beaters, chase-down blocks, and emotional moments in a 12-minute recap.

FINAL THOUGHTS

The 2025 Nike Hoop Summit wasn’t just a game — it was a stage for the next generation. From Caitlin Clark to Sabrina Ionescu, every star had a moment when they arrived. This game may just be that moment for Jordan Lee, Kayla Jackson, Zara Osei, and a dozen others.

 

One thing is certain: the future of women’s basketball is already here — and it’s global.