PARIS — Two-time WNBA champion A’ja Wilson scored 21 points as the United States survived — by inches — and topped an inspired French team, 67-66 for America’s eighth straight Olympic gold medal.

In a frantic final sequence with the U.S. up, 67-64, France’s Gabby Williams hoisted a desperation jumper over the outstretched arm of Breanna Stewart that banked in at the buzzer.

Officials had immediately pointed toward the floor, signaling for a 2-point shot because Williams foot was on the…