Isobel Borlaise's 30 points send Australia into World Cup last eight
The 21-year-old guard hit 7 of 13 shots and all but two free throws as Australia edged Italy 82-80 to set up a quarter-final against Spain.
Isobel Borlaise scored 30 points as Australia beat Italy 82-80 in the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup, setting up a quarter-final against Spain.
The 21-year-old guard had a quiet start to the tournament but took the game on against Italy. She finished 7 of 13 from the field, 2 of 3 from three and 14 of 16 from the line, adding 5 assists, 4 rebounds and a steal against 5 turnovers. Her final free throw settled the scoreline at 82-80.
Borlaise is in her first WNBA season, with Atlanta, having gone 20th in the 2024 draft. She already has an Olympic bronze from Paris 2024 and an Asia Cup gold from 2025 with the national side.
Australia now face Spain in the quarter-finals.
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