(Beijing, 24 April) - Comments from Chen Xiaoli (CHN), Anne Donovan (USA), Katie Smith (USA) and Lisa Leslie (USA) following their game at the Beijing Olympic Basketball Gymnasium.

Chen Xiaoli (CHN) - Centre

On the low three point percentage in the second half:
"We didn't change our offence tactics. I think three-point shooting is just a matter of luck. Unfortunately, we lost our luck in the second half. "

On the disadvantage of inside play:
"We are inferior to them at strength and height. Our basketball talent is obviously a bit poorer than the US players."

On losing the game:
"We should have done better although we are not as good as them in strength and talent. But we lost the belief of victory in the last quarter, so we failed to catch up with them in the last quarter."
 
Anne Donovan (USA) - Coach

On today's outstanding defence:
"We are focused. We know it's going to be a big game with China the day after tomorrow, so we are really focused today."

On advantage over the Chinese team:
"It's just our game. Sylvia and Lisa played a monster game."

Katie Smith (USA) - Guard

On their performance in the third quarter:
"I think it was ok. We played well and hard, and we increased the lead."

On their advantages:
"We are versatile and we have better athletic ability."

On the final:
"I think it's going to be another good game. After today's game, we are more familiar with each other. I am looking forward to it."