The semifinals are set at the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup and Team USA's quest for gold continues as it faces off against Germany, the lone undefeated team in the tournament.
On Tuesday, Team USA punched its ticket to the tournament's final four with a dominant win over Italy. Thanks to the hot shooting of Mikal Bridges and Tyrese Haliburton, the Americans cruised to a 37-point win over their opponent to move one step closer to their ultimate goal.
Germany, on the other hand, just squeaked by its opponent in the semifinals, holding off Latvia to earn a thrilling two-point win. Dennis Schröder struggled mightily in the win, finishing with nine points on ice-cold 4-of-26 shooting. The win did signal the return of Franz Wagner, who, after missing four games with an ankle injury, finished with a team-high 16 points and eight rebounds.
With a bevy of NBA-caliber talent on the roster, Germany poses a unique set of challenges for Team USA. With just two wins standing between the semifinalists and the gold, expect nothing short of a 40-minute battle.
The Sporting News has you covered with everything you need in order to tune into the semifinal match between USA and Germany.
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What time is Team USA vs Germany?
- Date: Friday, Sept. 8
- Time: 8:40 a.m. ET | 5:40 a.m. PT
Team USA vs Germany will tip off around 8:40 a.m. ET on Friday, Sept. 8. The game will be played at Mall of Asia Arena in the Philippines.
What channel is Team USA vs Germany on?
- Date: Friday, Sept. 8
- TV channel: ESPN2
- Live stream: Sling TV | Courtside 1891
Team USA vs Germany will air on ESPN2 in the United States.
Viewers can also stream the game via Sling TV or catch the replay on Courtside 1891.
Fans in the U.S. can watch the FIBA Basketball World Cup on Sling TV, which is now offering half off your first month! You can stream the sports you love starting at just $20 in your first month with Sling Orange, which includes ESPN2.
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Team USA schedule at 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET)/Result |
| Aug. 26 | vs New Zealand | W, 99-72 |
| Aug. 28 | vs Greece | W, 109-81 |
| Aug. 30 | vs Jordan | W, 110-62 |
| Sept. 1 | vs Montenegro | W, 85-73 |
| Sept. 3 | vs Lithuania | L, 110-104 |
| Sept. 5 | vs Italy (Quarter-Finals) | W, 100-63 |
| Sept. 8 | vs Germany (Semi-Finals) | 8:40 a.m. |
Team USA at FIBA Basketball World Cup: Semi-Finals schedule
After its win in the Quarter-Finals, here is an updated look at Team USA's road to gold at the FIBA World Cup:
| Date | Matchup/Result | Round | Time (ET) |
| Sept. 5 | Serbia 87, Lithuania 68 | Quarter-Finals | 4:45 a.m. |
| Sept. 5 | USA 100, Italy 63 | Quarter-Finals | 8:40 a.m. |
| Sept. 6 | Germany 81, Latvia 79 | Quarter-Finals | 4:45 a.m. |
| Sept. 6 | Canada vs Slovenia | Quarter-Finals | 8:30 a.m. |
| Sept. 8 | Serbia vs Canada/Slovenia | Semi-Finals | 4:45 a.m. |
| Sept. 8 | Germany vs USA | Semi-Finals | 8:30 a.m. |
| Sept. 10 | TBD | Third Place | 4:30 a.m. |
| Sept. 10 | TBD | Championship | 8:40 a.m. |
