Australian Gangurrus v Germany 3x3: Game Report

Australia's women's 3x3 team, the Gangurrus, have claimed their first win at the Paris Olympics, defeating Germany 21-19. 

The Aussies bounced back from a disappointing first-up loss against Canada, with strong performances from Alex Wilson (8 points, 5 rebounds) and Marena Whittle (9 points, 3 rebounds), with Anneli Maley dominant on the boards (2 points, 7 rebounds). 

It was a history-making effort from the Gangurrus, with their first ever victory at an Olympic Games. 

Wilson scored the game-winning two-pointer in an upset over the German team.

"I live for these types of moments," Wilson told olympics.com.au.

"You practice growing up, and as you get older, they are the type of shots you want to take. I felt confident taking the shot to win."

Alex Wilson.

Australia now sits third on the standings behind Canada and Spain.

The Gangurrus are back on the court on Thursday evening, Australian time, with games against China (5pm AEST) and the USA (9pm AEST). 

The top two teams in the pool stage will advance to the semi-finals. Teams placed from third to sixth will contest the play-in matches, winners of which will make the semis. The medal matches are scheduled for August 6.

The team: Anneli Maley, Marena Whittle, Lauren Mansfield, Alex Wilson.