We move on to the next phase of the Women's 2026 FIBA World Cup with a four game slate kicking off in less than 24 hours. Given the larger slate, there are certainly some areas to take advantage of. Without any further delay, let's jump right into some our favorite bets for Thursday.
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Thursday’s Best 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup Picks
(Odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook)
USA vs. Hungary
We kick things off with a player prop that is juiced up to the point it may even get to nine points. Up to 10 points is fine, so if you wanted to bump it up for a positive return while you still can, that is completely understandable. We are going to opt to play it safe, and take Angel Reese to score eight points or more in this contest.
Reese has improved on her scoring through every game of the tournament. The young forward is shooting over 57% through three contests, and has scored at least eight points in two straight contests. Reese has been flourishing in the second unit. Hungary's second unit may not have an answer for the forward for Team USA, especially if Reese is out there with Caitlin Clark finding her for easy looks.
Pick: Angel Reese 8+ Points (-140)
Australia vs. Spain
Before the contest yesterday, Australia's two most skilled players on the offensive side of the ball are out with injuries (Alanna Smith & Sami Whitcomb) . Things became even more troublesome for the Australian team when Ezi Magbegor left the game after suffering a leg injury in the first quarter. Australia had a commanding lead yesterday throughout three quarters, as high as 26. However, the team experienced a complete meltdown in the fourth quarter. Had it not been for a blown layup as time ran out, this game would have gone into overtime.
That was almost a catastrophic ending to the contest, and Australia is very fortunate to be moving on despite playing such a high level of basketball for three quarters. Given their injuries, and the horrific lapse in focus in the fourth quarter, Australia may not be in the best position to advance. If Magbegor cannot suit up for this contest, then things are about to get very bleak for Australia. That would leave Australia with no size as they have to contend with Awa Fam and the Spain team. -1.5 is a very small number to cover for an Australian team coming back from possible disaster. We will take the two points for Spain to have the lead going into the second quarter.
Pick: Spain First Quarter -1.5 (+100)
France vs China
This is a tough bet to put down because it ultimately means we will no longer get to see Xan Hu put on absolute masterclass in regards to scoring and rebounding. China has been one of the more exciting teams to follow over the course of the tournament due to their sheer will to win, and dominance in the front court. Alas, like the end of any good horror movie, there can be only one "final girl". France may very well be that one.
Of all the teams that are participating in the FIBA World Cup, no one looks to be on the level of the French. Not only is the French team absolutely hammering their opponents, they are doing so from the very start. There is no slow burn with France. They are coming out of the locker room looking to bury their opposition. -7.5 is a very high spread to cover in the first quarter. Having said that, France has went into the second quarter with a lead of 18 points or more in 2-of-3 games.
Pick: France First Quarter -7.5 (-118)
Belgium vs Germany
This is not only the main event of the day, it's also the main event of all the contests to date. Germany has fought back after losing their first game against Spain, and now has won three consecutive games. Belgium has been perfect through three games, and now will face their toughest task of the tournament, in what is a true road game against a highly formidable German team.
We went with Germany for our parlay selection, and we feel Belgium also has a very good chance to reach their suggested point threshold of 76+ points. Belgium has scored at least 76 points or more in all three games played. The Belgians put up at least 80 points in 2-of-3 games, and are shooting 44% from the field on an average of 68 attempts per game. Belgium has shown the volume and efficiency to clear 75.5 for the fourth time in the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup.
Pick: Belgium Over 75.5 Total Team Points (-115)
