Team USA Under Fire for Leaving Caitlin Clark Teammate out of FIBA World Cup
Summary
The United States announced its roster for the 2026 women’s FIBA World Cup, featuring many top WNBA players. Some notable players, including Kelsey Mitchell, were left off the team, causing disappointment among fans.Key Facts
- The U.S. women’s basketball team for the 2026 FIBA World Cup includes stars like Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, Paige Bueckers, and Breanna Stewart.
- The team aims to mix experienced and younger players who fit the coach’s style and can win gold.
- Kelsey Mitchell, a guard for the Indiana Fever, was not selected for the roster.
- Other excluded players include Sabrina Ionescu, Olivia Miles, and Alyssa Thomas.
- Fans expressed strong opinions online, questioning why Mitchell was left out.
- USA Basketball’s Women’s National Team managing director is Sue Bird.
- Kara Lawson is the national team coach.
- The announcement sparked debate about how the roster was chosen.
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