11 days ago
Why Fever-Lynx doubleheader could decide WNBA's No. 1 seed originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Minnesota Lynx have spent most of the 2026 season looking like the WNBA's team to beat. Finishing the job will not be simple. Minnesota returns from the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup break with a league-best 31-9 record. The Lynx have already clinched a playoff berth, but they have not secured the No. 1 seed or home-court advantage throughout the postseason.
Golden State sits only two games behind Minnesota at 29-11. The Lynx own the head-to-head tiebreaker, giving them control of the race, but their final four games are considerably more difficult than the Valkyries' remaining schedule.
Minnesota hosts the New York Liberty on Friday before visiting the eliminated Connecticut Sun. The season then could be decided by two games against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever over three days. The Lynx visit Indiana on Sept. 22 and host the Fever in the regular-season finale Sept. 24.
The playoff math is straightforward.
#minnesota #playoff
The Minnesota Lynx have spent most of the 2026 season looking like the WNBA's team to beat. Finishing the job will not be simple. Minnesota returns from the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup break with a league-best 31-9 record. The Lynx have already clinched a playoff berth, but they have not secured the No. 1 seed or home-court advantage throughout the postseason.
Golden State sits only two games behind Minnesota at 29-11. The Lynx own the head-to-head tiebreaker, giving them control of the race, but their final four games are considerably more difficult than the Valkyries' remaining schedule.
Minnesota hosts the New York Liberty on Friday before visiting the eliminated Connecticut Sun. The season then could be decided by two games against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever over three days. The Lynx visit Indiana on Sept. 22 and host the Fever in the regular-season finale Sept. 24.
The playoff math is straightforward.
#minnesota #playoff
12 days ago
Laughter filled the locker room when cameras caught Caitlin Clark accidentally spraying champagne in her face while celebrating Team USA's international championship win. The funny moment quickly went viral on social media.
Fans and supporters joined online conversations to share humorous reactions regarding the unfiltered celebration. Boyfriend Connor McCaffery also chimed in by reposting the amusing footage on his social media story.
Team USA had just completed a 14-point comeback against France to win its fifth straight FIBA Women's World Cup ******* le. The locker room celebration started quickly, but Clark forgot to wear protective goggles before opening a champagne bottle.
"I sprayed myself in the face on accident," Clark wrote in her Instagram story. The post also included a playful message that read, "Someone get Caitlin some goggles smh."
The clip came from Overtime WBB and spread across social media soon after the final. McCaffery reposted the footage on his own story, giving fans another reason to enjoy the moment.
#clark #Social #caitlin #mccaffery
Fans and supporters joined online conversations to share humorous reactions regarding the unfiltered celebration. Boyfriend Connor McCaffery also chimed in by reposting the amusing footage on his social media story.
Team USA had just completed a 14-point comeback against France to win its fifth straight FIBA Women's World Cup ******* le. The locker room celebration started quickly, but Clark forgot to wear protective goggles before opening a champagne bottle.
"I sprayed myself in the face on accident," Clark wrote in her Instagram story. The post also included a playful message that read, "Someone get Caitlin some goggles smh."
The clip came from Overtime WBB and spread across social media soon after the final. McCaffery reposted the footage on his own story, giving fans another reason to enjoy the moment.
#clark #Social #caitlin #mccaffery
12 days ago
Caitlin Clark told a reporter, "Don't do that," when he asked if she and Angel Reese are "friends now" after the United States won the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup
"We've always been friends," Clark replied before leaving the mixed zone
Clark and Reese helped the United States defeat France 97-79 in the final game on Sunday, Sept. 13
Caitlin Clark shut down a reporter's question about her friendship with Angel Reese after they won the FIBA Women's World Cup.
Clark, 24, spoke to reporters in the mixed zone after she and Reese helped the United States defeat France 97-79 in the final on Sunday, Sept. 13, but the Indiana Fever star didn't seem to appreciate the final question thrown her way.
#reese #World
"We've always been friends," Clark replied before leaving the mixed zone
Clark and Reese helped the United States defeat France 97-79 in the final game on Sunday, Sept. 13
Caitlin Clark shut down a reporter's question about her friendship with Angel Reese after they won the FIBA Women's World Cup.
Clark, 24, spoke to reporters in the mixed zone after she and Reese helped the United States defeat France 97-79 in the final on Sunday, Sept. 13, but the Indiana Fever star didn't seem to appreciate the final question thrown her way.
#reese #World
13 days ago
Caitlin Clark's poor performance against Spain in the 2026 FIBA World Cup is a result of being iced out by her teammates, according to Clark fans.
Team USA advanced to the final of the 2026 FIBA World Cup with a 76-66 win over Spain, where Clark came off the bench to score one point (0-3 FG) in 16 minutes of action.
Clark wound up being one of Team USA's least-used players in this clash after leading them in minutes for the tournament up until now, prompting fans to worry about a conspiracy against Clark.
Fans were quick to spot Clark's struggling efforts and used clips from the game to highlight the lack of support she was receiving from her teammates, who weren't quick to pass the ball to her.
"Not only does Caitlin Clark get to play the least amount of minutes, but she also gets looked off like this," said a fan while sharing a clip of Clark not getting the ball while wide-open for a three.
#fans #spain
Team USA advanced to the final of the 2026 FIBA World Cup with a 76-66 win over Spain, where Clark came off the bench to score one point (0-3 FG) in 16 minutes of action.
Clark wound up being one of Team USA's least-used players in this clash after leading them in minutes for the tournament up until now, prompting fans to worry about a conspiracy against Clark.
Fans were quick to spot Clark's struggling efforts and used clips from the game to highlight the lack of support she was receiving from her teammates, who weren't quick to pass the ball to her.
"Not only does Caitlin Clark get to play the least amount of minutes, but she also gets looked off like this," said a fan while sharing a clip of Clark not getting the ball while wide-open for a three.
#fans #spain
13 days ago
BERLIN (AP) — Breanna Stewart was part of the U.S. Olympic team that beat France by one point in Paris two years ago.
The U.S. captain feels that victory has no barring on the rematch Sunday for the women's FIBA World Cup **** le.
"This is a completely new game and everybody has their own things that continue to motivate them," Stewart said after the U.S. topped Spain 76-66 in a semifinal Saturday. "I think that what I will continue to be preaching to this team is 'we're going to turn the page on everything.' This is one game to win the the gold medal at the World Cup in Berlin and that's our entire focus."
It's easy for Stewart to say that as more than half the U.S. roster in the World Cup wasn't on that Olympic team. Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers are playing for their first championship with the national team. Stewart's already won three World Cup **** les since making her debut in 2014.
Kahleah Copper was a huge reason the U.S. was able to beat France two years ago. She had 12 points in that game.
#stewart #team #olympic
The U.S. captain feels that victory has no barring on the rematch Sunday for the women's FIBA World Cup **** le.
"This is a completely new game and everybody has their own things that continue to motivate them," Stewart said after the U.S. topped Spain 76-66 in a semifinal Saturday. "I think that what I will continue to be preaching to this team is 'we're going to turn the page on everything.' This is one game to win the the gold medal at the World Cup in Berlin and that's our entire focus."
It's easy for Stewart to say that as more than half the U.S. roster in the World Cup wasn't on that Olympic team. Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers are playing for their first championship with the national team. Stewart's already won three World Cup **** les since making her debut in 2014.
Kahleah Copper was a huge reason the U.S. was able to beat France two years ago. She had 12 points in that game.
#stewart #team #olympic
13 days ago
Last time USA didn't win FIBA Women's World Cup: Revisiting 2006 U.S. team that was upset by Russia originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The United States has embraced the spotlight in the FIBA Women's World Cup, downing more foes than most en route to authoring up the best record in competition history.
That run has largely been decked in gold; the Americans account for more than half of the gold medals handed out in Women's World Cup history.
Team USA's roster has been chocked full of starlight over the years. Contrary to popular belief, though, that group hasn't always finished its campaigns on the top of the podium.
With that, here's a look at the last time the Americans failed to take the stand with gold dangling around their throats.
#World
The United States has embraced the spotlight in the FIBA Women's World Cup, downing more foes than most en route to authoring up the best record in competition history.
That run has largely been decked in gold; the Americans account for more than half of the gold medals handed out in Women's World Cup history.
Team USA's roster has been chocked full of starlight over the years. Contrary to popular belief, though, that group hasn't always finished its campaigns on the top of the podium.
With that, here's a look at the last time the Americans failed to take the stand with gold dangling around their throats.
#World
13 days ago
BERLIN (AP) — The U.S. women are in a familiar spot — playing for another FIBA World Cup championship.
Getting to a fifth consecutive ******* le game was a little harder then the previous few as they beat Spain 76-66 on Saturday in the semifinals. The Americans had averaged winning the previous four semifinals by 26 points, including a 40-point rout of Canada in 2022.
The Americans will face France in a rematch of the 2024 Paris Olympic gold-medal game that the U.S. won by a point.
"I think it's two great teams going to go head-to-head," said Kahleah Copper, who had 13 points in the win against Spain. "You know I'm excited for the matchup. I'm excited for us to be able to compete."
The U.S. has won 35 straight games in the World Cup going back to a loss to Russia in the semifinals in 2006. Now the Americans are one win away from a fifth consecutive tournament ******* le. That would match the former Soviet Union for the most consecutive championships.
#consecutive #fifth #title #points
Getting to a fifth consecutive ******* le game was a little harder then the previous few as they beat Spain 76-66 on Saturday in the semifinals. The Americans had averaged winning the previous four semifinals by 26 points, including a 40-point rout of Canada in 2022.
The Americans will face France in a rematch of the 2024 Paris Olympic gold-medal game that the U.S. won by a point.
"I think it's two great teams going to go head-to-head," said Kahleah Copper, who had 13 points in the win against Spain. "You know I'm excited for the matchup. I'm excited for us to be able to compete."
The U.S. has won 35 straight games in the World Cup going back to a loss to Russia in the semifinals in 2006. Now the Americans are one win away from a fifth consecutive tournament ******* le. That would match the former Soviet Union for the most consecutive championships.
#consecutive #fifth #title #points
14 days ago
Valkyries news: Gabby Williams' game leads France over Germany in World Cup semis appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Golden State Valkyries star Gabby Williams put together a spectacular performance for the French national team, taking down hosts Germany in the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup on Saturday.
The 2026 WNBA season is on hold while the global tournament goes through the knockout stage. It is in the semifinal phase with France, Germany, USA, and Spain highlighting the final four.
In 31 minutes of action, Williams balled out for her nation. She finished with a stat line of 22 points, five rebounds, five ****** ists, and four steals. She shot 8-of-12 from the field, including 2-of-5 from beyond the arc, and 4-of-5 from the free-throw line. This was a remarkable outing as France makes it way to the gold medal game.
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Golden State Valkyries star Gabby Williams put together a spectacular performance for the French national team, taking down hosts Germany in the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup on Saturday.
The 2026 WNBA season is on hold while the global tournament goes through the knockout stage. It is in the semifinal phase with France, Germany, USA, and Spain highlighting the final four.
In 31 minutes of action, Williams balled out for her nation. She finished with a stat line of 22 points, five rebounds, five ****** ists, and four steals. She shot 8-of-12 from the field, including 2-of-5 from beyond the arc, and 4-of-5 from the free-throw line. This was a remarkable outing as France makes it way to the gold medal game.
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14 days ago
USA FIBA Women's World Cup schedule 2026: Channel, live stream to watch every United States basketball game live originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The U.S. women's basketball team will attempt to win gold for the fifth straight tournament. It may be possible, as some of the top WNBA stars compete in the 2026 FIBA World Cup.
Team USA has won 11 of its 19 tournaments. This year, the team has recruited the future of basketball, with a loaded roster that includes Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark, and Angel Reese.
Though A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum (injured) were removed from the roster, Team USA will also have veterans and other young guns to rely on during the group stage in Breanna Stewart, Napheesa Collier, Sonia Citron, Jackie Young and more.
Here is everything you need to know about the FIBA World Cup, including TV and streaming options for Team USA during the group stage.
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The U.S. women's basketball team will attempt to win gold for the fifth straight tournament. It may be possible, as some of the top WNBA stars compete in the 2026 FIBA World Cup.
Team USA has won 11 of its 19 tournaments. This year, the team has recruited the future of basketball, with a loaded roster that includes Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark, and Angel Reese.
Though A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum (injured) were removed from the roster, Team USA will also have veterans and other young guns to rely on during the group stage in Breanna Stewart, Napheesa Collier, Sonia Citron, Jackie Young and more.
Here is everything you need to know about the FIBA World Cup, including TV and streaming options for Team USA during the group stage.
#roster
14 days ago
Whether it is on or off the court, Indiana Fever fan favorite Sophie Cunningham knows how to make a headline and get the WNBA fans buzzing. That was once again the case on Friday afternoon.
Throughout the day, photos began to surface online of the Sixth Player of the Year candidate enjoying a boat day as part of her delayed 30th birthday celebration during the league's FIBA Women's World Cup break.
From there, dating rumors began circulating with photos of Cunningham and Grand Canyon University head athletic trainer Frank Adams cozying up together went viral.
It's important to note that Cunningham nor Adams have not confirmed that she is in a relationship, but that hasn't stopped social media from running with the story.
MORE: Colin Cowherd crowns Sophie Cunningham as WNBA's 'sex symbol'
#whether #indiana #fever
Throughout the day, photos began to surface online of the Sixth Player of the Year candidate enjoying a boat day as part of her delayed 30th birthday celebration during the league's FIBA Women's World Cup break.
From there, dating rumors began circulating with photos of Cunningham and Grand Canyon University head athletic trainer Frank Adams cozying up together went viral.
It's important to note that Cunningham nor Adams have not confirmed that she is in a relationship, but that hasn't stopped social media from running with the story.
MORE: Colin Cowherd crowns Sophie Cunningham as WNBA's 'sex symbol'
#whether #indiana #fever
14 days ago
Jason Whitlock has put a new twist on A'ja Wilson sitting out of Team USA for the 2026 FIBA World Cup.
Team USA are all set to face off against Spain in the semifinals of the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
So far, they are undefeated in the tournament, and Caitlin Clark has played a crucial role in it, albeit coming off the bench.
Team USA's success has somewhat shocked many, as they were expecting to see signs of struggle in the absence of superstar center A'ja Wilson.
Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images
#wilson
Team USA are all set to face off against Spain in the semifinals of the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
So far, they are undefeated in the tournament, and Caitlin Clark has played a crucial role in it, albeit coming off the bench.
Team USA's success has somewhat shocked many, as they were expecting to see signs of struggle in the absence of superstar center A'ja Wilson.
Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images
#wilson
14 days ago
Team USA star Angel Reese already seems tired, but that shouldn't worry fans.
Angel Reese and Team USA are just one step away from reaching the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
They are all set to face Spain in the semifinals of the tournament and preserve their unbeaten run in hopes of winning another gold medal.
Speaking of the team's success, Reese has played a crucial role, with her extended role off the bench giving Team USA a much-needed scoring surge when required.
Photo by Milad Payami/FIBA via Getty Images
#fiba #World
Angel Reese and Team USA are just one step away from reaching the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
They are all set to face Spain in the semifinals of the tournament and preserve their unbeaten run in hopes of winning another gold medal.
Speaking of the team's success, Reese has played a crucial role, with her extended role off the bench giving Team USA a much-needed scoring surge when required.
Photo by Milad Payami/FIBA via Getty Images
#fiba #World
14 days ago
Where to watch USA vs. Spain: Channel, live stream, time, TV schedule for FIBA Women's World Cup semifinal originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
With only four teams remaining in the 2026 FIBA World Cup, it's coming down to the wire. USA and Spain will go head-to-head Saturday for a bid to the ******* le game.
Despite a 55-52 scare while facing Italy in group play, the Americans have again shown their dominance throughout this tournament, still remaining undefeated. With the likes of Napheesa Collier, Kahleah Copper and Breanna Stewart starting, younger stars Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Aliyah Boston are coming off the bench impressively.
Spain won't be an easy opponent though — the national team has produced a number of blowout wins, but an upset defeat against Mali was uncharacteristic. The Spanish side has plenty of WNBA talent that will challenge the Americans, including Awa Fam, Elena Buenavida, Raquel Carrera and rookie Iyana Martin.
Can the U.S. land in another championship game, or will Spain slow their momentum?
#remaining
With only four teams remaining in the 2026 FIBA World Cup, it's coming down to the wire. USA and Spain will go head-to-head Saturday for a bid to the ******* le game.
Despite a 55-52 scare while facing Italy in group play, the Americans have again shown their dominance throughout this tournament, still remaining undefeated. With the likes of Napheesa Collier, Kahleah Copper and Breanna Stewart starting, younger stars Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Aliyah Boston are coming off the bench impressively.
Spain won't be an easy opponent though — the national team has produced a number of blowout wins, but an upset defeat against Mali was uncharacteristic. The Spanish side has plenty of WNBA talent that will challenge the Americans, including Awa Fam, Elena Buenavida, Raquel Carrera and rookie Iyana Martin.
Can the U.S. land in another championship game, or will Spain slow their momentum?
#remaining
15 days ago
Team USA opened the knockout round and made World Cup history. Yet, its job in Berlin remains unfinished.
The Americans are one of the last four teams standing with a ticket to Sunday's gold-medal game now on the line.
Team USA faces Spain in Saturday's World Cup semifinals (2 p.m. ET) for a chance to advance to one last game. France and Germany face off in the other semifinal (10:30 a.m. ET). The two winners will move on to the gold medal game, while the two losers will play for third place.
The United States has advanced to the gold-medal game in each of the last four World Cups, winning it all each time. The last time the U.S. failed to make the gold-medal game was in 2006, when it defeated Brazil for bronze.
Paige Bueckers plays during the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 quarter-finals match between the United States and Hungary in Berlin, Germany, on September 10, 2026. (Photo by Marcin Golba/NurPhoto via Getty Images) (NurPhoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
#World #game #united
The Americans are one of the last four teams standing with a ticket to Sunday's gold-medal game now on the line.
Team USA faces Spain in Saturday's World Cup semifinals (2 p.m. ET) for a chance to advance to one last game. France and Germany face off in the other semifinal (10:30 a.m. ET). The two winners will move on to the gold medal game, while the two losers will play for third place.
The United States has advanced to the gold-medal game in each of the last four World Cups, winning it all each time. The last time the U.S. failed to make the gold-medal game was in 2006, when it defeated Brazil for bronze.
Paige Bueckers plays during the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 quarter-finals match between the United States and Hungary in Berlin, Germany, on September 10, 2026. (Photo by Marcin Golba/NurPhoto via Getty Images) (NurPhoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
#World #game #united
15 days ago
Ezi Magbegor injury proves A'ja Wilson made the right FIBA World Cup decision originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
It must have been disappointing to many fans when, on the eve of the FIBA World Cup, USA Basketball announced that neither A'ja Wilson nor Kelsey Plum would be joining the team in Germany on its quest for a fifth successive gold medal.
For Plum, the choice was understandable. The All-Star guard has struggled with a calf injury for much of the season, and the Phoenix Mercury have shut her down for 2026 in response to the lingering pain she has felt.
For Wilson though? On its face, that choice was harder to understand.
But Wednesday's devastating injury to Australia and Seattle Storm center Ezi Magbegor proves that Wilson made the right move in sitting out the World Cup and focusing on the Olympics in 2028 instead.
#sporting
It must have been disappointing to many fans when, on the eve of the FIBA World Cup, USA Basketball announced that neither A'ja Wilson nor Kelsey Plum would be joining the team in Germany on its quest for a fifth successive gold medal.
For Plum, the choice was understandable. The All-Star guard has struggled with a calf injury for much of the season, and the Phoenix Mercury have shut her down for 2026 in response to the lingering pain she has felt.
For Wilson though? On its face, that choice was harder to understand.
But Wednesday's devastating injury to Australia and Seattle Storm center Ezi Magbegor proves that Wilson made the right move in sitting out the World Cup and focusing on the Olympics in 2028 instead.
#sporting
16 days ago
BERLIN — Caitlin Clark extended her hand to a United States teammate in the first quarter of the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup quarterfinal game against Hungary. It was a gesture of appreciation for the connection that had just occurred.
Seconds earlier, Paige Bueckers recorded a steal from Hungary's Yvonne Turner. Bueckers' pass met Clark, and like clockwork, she was off. Clark found her way to the paint where 6-foot-4 Dorka Juhasz stood as the last line of defense. Faced with an easy decision, Clark dished the ball to Angel Reese, who went up for the layup with two seconds to go, bringing the U.S. to the end of the first quarter with a 36-12 lead.
As Clark reached out her hand, Reese met it with simplicity and normalcy. This would be the first of four total ****** ists between Clark and Reese in an overwhelming 108-56 U.S. victory.
In a world that continues to divide these two athletes, the World Cup has offered another viewpoint, one that seems all the more true. It is a stage that presents these women as selfless competitors, and more simply as teammates.
In a post-game interview with TNT, Reese remarked on her connection with Clark, saying "We've played against each other so many times, so I'm sure we know each other's game like the back of each other's hand."
#clark #World #seconds #quarter
Seconds earlier, Paige Bueckers recorded a steal from Hungary's Yvonne Turner. Bueckers' pass met Clark, and like clockwork, she was off. Clark found her way to the paint where 6-foot-4 Dorka Juhasz stood as the last line of defense. Faced with an easy decision, Clark dished the ball to Angel Reese, who went up for the layup with two seconds to go, bringing the U.S. to the end of the first quarter with a 36-12 lead.
As Clark reached out her hand, Reese met it with simplicity and normalcy. This would be the first of four total ****** ists between Clark and Reese in an overwhelming 108-56 U.S. victory.
In a world that continues to divide these two athletes, the World Cup has offered another viewpoint, one that seems all the more true. It is a stage that presents these women as selfless competitors, and more simply as teammates.
In a post-game interview with TNT, Reese remarked on her connection with Clark, saying "We've played against each other so many times, so I'm sure we know each other's game like the back of each other's hand."
#clark #World #seconds #quarter
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BERLIN — Caitlin Clark extended her hand to a United States teammate in the first quarter of the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup quarterfinal game against Hungary. It was a gesture of appreciation for the connection that had just occurred.
Seconds earlier, Paige Bueckers recorded a steal from Hungary's Yvonne Turner. Bueckers' pass met Clark, and like clockwork, she was off. Clark found her way to the paint where 6-foot-4 Dorka Juhasz stood as the last line of defense. Faced with an easy decision, Clark dished the ball to Angel Reese, who went up for the layup with two seconds to go, bringing the U.S. to the end of the first quarter with a 36-12 lead.
As Clark reached out her hand, Reese met it with simplicity and normalcy. This would be the first of four total ***** ists between Clark and Reese in an overwhelming 108-56 U.S. victory.
In a world that continues to divide these two athletes, the World Cup has offered another viewpoint, one that seems all the more true. It is a stage that presents these women as selfless competitors, and more simply as teammates.
In a post-game interview with TNT, Reese remarked on her connection with Clark, saying "We've played against each other so many times, so I'm sure we know each other's game like the back of each other's hand."
#clark #reese #quarter
Seconds earlier, Paige Bueckers recorded a steal from Hungary's Yvonne Turner. Bueckers' pass met Clark, and like clockwork, she was off. Clark found her way to the paint where 6-foot-4 Dorka Juhasz stood as the last line of defense. Faced with an easy decision, Clark dished the ball to Angel Reese, who went up for the layup with two seconds to go, bringing the U.S. to the end of the first quarter with a 36-12 lead.
As Clark reached out her hand, Reese met it with simplicity and normalcy. This would be the first of four total ***** ists between Clark and Reese in an overwhelming 108-56 U.S. victory.
In a world that continues to divide these two athletes, the World Cup has offered another viewpoint, one that seems all the more true. It is a stage that presents these women as selfless competitors, and more simply as teammates.
In a post-game interview with TNT, Reese remarked on her connection with Clark, saying "We've played against each other so many times, so I'm sure we know each other's game like the back of each other's hand."
#clark #reese #quarter
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16 days ago
Caitlin Clark is on the verge of breaking a longstanding Team USA record at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
She delivered 10 points and nine ******* ists as the United States beat Hungary 108-56 in the World Cup quarter-final on Thursday.
Besides an unusually bad performance against Italy in the group stage, Clark has consistently been one of the USA's best players.
Although her focus will be on the team winning the gold medal, she may also be interested in making some World Cup history.
Photo by Ronny HARTMANN / AFP via Getty Images
#team
She delivered 10 points and nine ******* ists as the United States beat Hungary 108-56 in the World Cup quarter-final on Thursday.
Besides an unusually bad performance against Italy in the group stage, Clark has consistently been one of the USA's best players.
Although her focus will be on the team winning the gold medal, she may also be interested in making some World Cup history.
Photo by Ronny HARTMANN / AFP via Getty Images
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BERLIN (AP) — ****** an shooting guard Saki Hayashi went off with what looked a broken arm after a foul during the team's playoff against Hungary at the women's FIBA World Cup on Tuesday.
Hayashi scored despite the foul in the air from Agnes Torok but needed immediate medical attention with just over a minute left in the second quarter. She landed awkwardly on her right arm.
She was unable to continue and a somber silence fell upon the arena as she lay still on the court. A blue tarp was provided to give her privacy and fans responded with applause when she was led off.
Hayashi hit nine 3-pointers in ****** an's opening win over Mali on Friday.
Japan trailed Hungary 37-34 at halftime in their playoff to see which team will play a quarterfinal against the United States on Thursday.
#foul
Hayashi scored despite the foul in the air from Agnes Torok but needed immediate medical attention with just over a minute left in the second quarter. She landed awkwardly on her right arm.
She was unable to continue and a somber silence fell upon the arena as she lay still on the court. A blue tarp was provided to give her privacy and fans responded with applause when she was led off.
Hayashi hit nine 3-pointers in ****** an's opening win over Mali on Friday.
Japan trailed Hungary 37-34 at halftime in their playoff to see which team will play a quarterfinal against the United States on Thursday.
#foul
18 days ago
When does Caitlin Clark play again? Team USA's next game comes Thursday after the Americans completed an unbeaten run through group play at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
Clark and Team USA advanced directly to the quarterfinals by winning Group D with victories over China, Italy and Czechia. The Americans will play either Hungary or ******* an on Thursday, Sept. 10, while Clark enters the knockout round leading Team USA in ******* ists and coming off a record-setting World Cup debut against China.
Caitlin Clark and Team USA will play next on Thursday, Sept. 10, in the quarterfinals of the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup. The Americans advanced directly to the quarterfinals after finishing 3-0 in Group D.
No. Team USA does not play Tuesday.
The Americans earned a direct trip to the quarterfinals and will not return to the court until Thursday, Sept. 10, where they will play the winner of today's matchup, ******* an vs. Hungary.
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Clark and Team USA advanced directly to the quarterfinals by winning Group D with victories over China, Italy and Czechia. The Americans will play either Hungary or ******* an on Thursday, Sept. 10, while Clark enters the knockout round leading Team USA in ******* ists and coming off a record-setting World Cup debut against China.
Caitlin Clark and Team USA will play next on Thursday, Sept. 10, in the quarterfinals of the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup. The Americans advanced directly to the quarterfinals after finishing 3-0 in Group D.
No. Team USA does not play Tuesday.
The Americans earned a direct trip to the quarterfinals and will not return to the court until Thursday, Sept. 10, where they will play the winner of today's matchup, ******* an vs. Hungary.
#play #caitlin
18 days ago
USA FIBA Women's World Cup schedule 2026: Channel, live stream to watch every United States basketball game live originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The U.S. women's basketball team will attempt to win gold for the fifth straight tournament. It may be possible, as some of the top WNBA stars compete in the 2026 FIBA World Cup.
Team USA has won 11 of its 19 tournaments. This year, the team has recruited the future of basketball, with a loaded roster that includes Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark, and Angel Reese.
Though A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum (injured) were removed from the roster, Team USA will also have veterans and other young guns to rely on during the group stage in Breanna Stewart, Napheesa Collier, Sonia Citron, Jackie Young and more.
Here is everything you need to know about the FIBA World Cup, including TV and streaming options for Team USA during the group stage.
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The U.S. women's basketball team will attempt to win gold for the fifth straight tournament. It may be possible, as some of the top WNBA stars compete in the 2026 FIBA World Cup.
Team USA has won 11 of its 19 tournaments. This year, the team has recruited the future of basketball, with a loaded roster that includes Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark, and Angel Reese.
Though A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum (injured) were removed from the roster, Team USA will also have veterans and other young guns to rely on during the group stage in Breanna Stewart, Napheesa Collier, Sonia Citron, Jackie Young and more.
Here is everything you need to know about the FIBA World Cup, including TV and streaming options for Team USA during the group stage.
#here #live #roster
18 days ago
Any sports lover would know "trash talk" is pretty much part of the game. In fact, some believe one has to master the art so as to add intensity and rivalry to the game. As Team USA continues its 2026 FIBA World Cup campaign in Berlin, Germany, they have already found their "trash-talking queen" in the squad.
Fans are already loving the fun little content they get to watch every day while Team USA tries to defend their ***** le at the FIBA World Cup. These moments show a very different camaraderie among the players than what fans are used to seeing when these same players represent their respective WNBA sides.
While filming fun media content for the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup, Team USA was asked who the "biggest trash talker" on their squad is. Unironically, many fingers pointed to one individual: Angel Reese.
Reese was overwhelmingly voted number one by her teammates for her constant in-game chatter, including Chelsea Gray, Jackie Young, Aliyah Boston, and Paige Bueckers.
If fans can recall, Reese made headlines after the 2023 NCAA Championship game when she taunted Clark by pointing to her ring finger as the LSU Tigers closed in on the championship. Reese, who rarely stays silent on court, has made a reputation for trash-talking her rivals.
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Fans are already loving the fun little content they get to watch every day while Team USA tries to defend their ***** le at the FIBA World Cup. These moments show a very different camaraderie among the players than what fans are used to seeing when these same players represent their respective WNBA sides.
While filming fun media content for the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup, Team USA was asked who the "biggest trash talker" on their squad is. Unironically, many fingers pointed to one individual: Angel Reese.
Reese was overwhelmingly voted number one by her teammates for her constant in-game chatter, including Chelsea Gray, Jackie Young, Aliyah Boston, and Paige Bueckers.
If fans can recall, Reese made headlines after the 2023 NCAA Championship game when she taunted Clark by pointing to her ring finger as the LSU Tigers closed in on the championship. Reese, who rarely stays silent on court, has made a reputation for trash-talking her rivals.
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18 days ago
The FIBA World Cup is underway, and the United States women are once again the heavy favorite to walk away with the gold medal. The US hasn't lost in the World Cup since 2006, and this year's roster is stacked with both veteran and up-and-coming talent.
Their biggest threat has long appeared to be France, who have dominated all three games of Group Play action and finished with the silver medal in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
But, there's another, more under-the-radar team that has impressed in the early days of the World Cup: Belgium.
Belgium beat Australia 80-68 on Monday behind a monster performance from Emma Meesseman, who exploded for 22 points on 10-of-17 shooting, along with 10 rebounds, 8 ******* ists, and 2 steals. Julie Vanloo (12 points, 5 ******* ists) and Julie Allemand (11 points, 7 ******* ists) were also both highly impactful.
Australia is a powerhouse of its own. Its roster includes 8 WNBA players: Ezi Magbegor (Seattle Storm), Chloe Bibby (Minnesota Lynx), Isobel Borlase (Atlanta Dream), Milea Sowah (Golden State Valkyries), Rebecca Allen (New York Liberty), Jade Melbourne (Storm), Alanna Smith (Dallas Wings), and Steph Talbot (Las Vegas Aces).
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Their biggest threat has long appeared to be France, who have dominated all three games of Group Play action and finished with the silver medal in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
But, there's another, more under-the-radar team that has impressed in the early days of the World Cup: Belgium.
Belgium beat Australia 80-68 on Monday behind a monster performance from Emma Meesseman, who exploded for 22 points on 10-of-17 shooting, along with 10 rebounds, 8 ******* ists, and 2 steals. Julie Vanloo (12 points, 5 ******* ists) and Julie Allemand (11 points, 7 ******* ists) were also both highly impactful.
Australia is a powerhouse of its own. Its roster includes 8 WNBA players: Ezi Magbegor (Seattle Storm), Chloe Bibby (Minnesota Lynx), Isobel Borlase (Atlanta Dream), Milea Sowah (Golden State Valkyries), Rebecca Allen (New York Liberty), Jade Melbourne (Storm), Alanna Smith (Dallas Wings), and Steph Talbot (Las Vegas Aces).
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18 days ago
It's been a long time since former Arizona star Aari McDonald played in a WNBA game. That has come to an end with the first-place Minnesota Lynx announcing her signing on Monday afternoon.
McDonald was injured last August while playing for the Indiana Fever. She tried to come back by playing in the Unrivaled 3×3 league during the WNBA offseason, but she was again sidelined by injury. As WNBA training camp approached this year, she said she would not be in camp but she would return this season. It took a while, but now she's not only returning, but she's doing it with the best team in the league.
The Lynx lead the WNBA standings with a 31-9 record and four games left in the regular season. The league returns to play on Sept. 18 after a break for the FIBA Women's World Cup where many top players are representing their countries. That event runs from Sept. 4-13, but the league shut down on Aug. 31.
McDonald sat out a large chunk of last season after being waived by the LA Sparks in training camp. She eventually landed with the Indiana Fever, where she quickly became a fan favorite of the passionate fan base and a fixture in the local community.
She averaged 9.8 points on 42.9 percent shooting, 4.7 **** ists, 2.4 rebounds, and 1.3 steals in 26.3 minutes per game for Indiana last season. She appeared in 20 games with 13 starts. It was a career high in games started, minutes per game, field goal percentage, **** ists per game, and rebounds per game.
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McDonald was injured last August while playing for the Indiana Fever. She tried to come back by playing in the Unrivaled 3×3 league during the WNBA offseason, but she was again sidelined by injury. As WNBA training camp approached this year, she said she would not be in camp but she would return this season. It took a while, but now she's not only returning, but she's doing it with the best team in the league.
The Lynx lead the WNBA standings with a 31-9 record and four games left in the regular season. The league returns to play on Sept. 18 after a break for the FIBA Women's World Cup where many top players are representing their countries. That event runs from Sept. 4-13, but the league shut down on Aug. 31.
McDonald sat out a large chunk of last season after being waived by the LA Sparks in training camp. She eventually landed with the Indiana Fever, where she quickly became a fan favorite of the passionate fan base and a fixture in the local community.
She averaged 9.8 points on 42.9 percent shooting, 4.7 **** ists, 2.4 rebounds, and 1.3 steals in 26.3 minutes per game for Indiana last season. She appeared in 20 games with 13 starts. It was a career high in games started, minutes per game, field goal percentage, **** ists per game, and rebounds per game.
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19 days ago
BERLIN (AP) — Record 3-point shooting helped France cruise into the quarterfinals of the women's FIBA World Cup.
France broke a three-day old record, making 22 3-pointers in its 111-56 win over Nigeria on Monday. The French team topped the 20 3-pointers that ****** an hit in its opening win over Mali.
Gabby Williams led the way making six of her eight 3-point attempts. Marine Johannes hit five as France was 22-for-40 from behind the arc.
Migna Toure's 3-pointer with 5:45 left was France's 21st of the game to top ****** an's record. She said she had no idea that France was even close to a record.
"I didn't know we broke the record, to me it was just a corner 3," Toure said.
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France broke a three-day old record, making 22 3-pointers in its 111-56 win over Nigeria on Monday. The French team topped the 20 3-pointers that ****** an hit in its opening win over Mali.
Gabby Williams led the way making six of her eight 3-point attempts. Marine Johannes hit five as France was 22-for-40 from behind the arc.
Migna Toure's 3-pointer with 5:45 left was France's 21st of the game to top ****** an's record. She said she had no idea that France was even close to a record.
"I didn't know we broke the record, to me it was just a corner 3," Toure said.
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19 days ago
Caitlin Clark had a dreadful night against Italy in the 2026 Women's FIBA World Cup, scoring just 1 point and making 0 field goals.
Clark could not find an on-court rhythm, following up her opening-game double-double with a 19-minute performance where she had to be benched down the stretch in a narrow 55-52 win.
While fans are cognizant that Clark was having a tough game, they also feel like one of Clark's teammates deserves blame for icing Clark out of the offense.
Las Vegas Aces guard Jackie Young went viral after fans clipped a turnover from the 28-year-old where she gave the ball away with a botched flashy pass to Angel Reese when Clark was open and closer.
This play came early in the first quarter, so it's unfair to say that Clark's subsequent performance was a result of Young not integrating her into the offense when she has the ball.
#clark #young #offense
Clark could not find an on-court rhythm, following up her opening-game double-double with a 19-minute performance where she had to be benched down the stretch in a narrow 55-52 win.
While fans are cognizant that Clark was having a tough game, they also feel like one of Clark's teammates deserves blame for icing Clark out of the offense.
Las Vegas Aces guard Jackie Young went viral after fans clipped a turnover from the 28-year-old where she gave the ball away with a botched flashy pass to Angel Reese when Clark was open and closer.
This play came early in the first quarter, so it's unfair to say that Clark's subsequent performance was a result of Young not integrating her into the offense when she has the ball.
#clark #young #offense
19 days ago
Team USA's Caitlin Clark had one of the worst games of her professional career at the FIBA World Cup, but she attracted attention for an entirely different reason.
Clark ended USA's 55-52 win over Italy at the FIBA World Cup with one point, making zero field goals for the first time in her professional career.
The win kept spirits high in the locker room, but the camera-aware Clark made one action after the game that her teammates noticed, and now fans are pointing it out relentlessly.
The broadcast shared a clip from Team USA's locker room where Angel Reese, Jackie Young, and Indiana Fever teammate Aliyah Boston are seen laughing at Clark for hiding her feet under her locker's bench to make sure they aren't visible on camera.
Clark likely made a fantastic decision, as there are corners of the internet where a pixelated screenshot of her feet would go viral.
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Clark ended USA's 55-52 win over Italy at the FIBA World Cup with one point, making zero field goals for the first time in her professional career.
The win kept spirits high in the locker room, but the camera-aware Clark made one action after the game that her teammates noticed, and now fans are pointing it out relentlessly.
The broadcast shared a clip from Team USA's locker room where Angel Reese, Jackie Young, and Indiana Fever teammate Aliyah Boston are seen laughing at Clark for hiding her feet under her locker's bench to make sure they aren't visible on camera.
Clark likely made a fantastic decision, as there are corners of the internet where a pixelated screenshot of her feet would go viral.
#team #locker #camera
19 days ago
BERLIN -- Every game boils down to moments.
As the United States faced Italy in the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup, every second required a response, and for Italy's Cecilia Zandalasini, history came down to one moment.
In the final seconds, U.S. defender Jackie Young closed in on Zandalasini, raising her left hand. Zandalasini recoiled with the ball still in her hand, seemingly affected by Young's reach. But time did not stop, no whistle was blown, and Zandalasini had one more shot; one more moment. She found herself just beyond the arc, and still affected by Young's intrusion, she threw up a shot that could have made history, but it only found glass as the buzzer sounded and the U.S. escaped with a 55-52 victory.
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In frustration, Zandalasini turned and strutted to the nearest official, yanking her jersey down in anger. Italy's coach Andrea Capobianco seemed to be the only one to calm her, as his hands cupped the sides of her face in an act of resolution.
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As the United States faced Italy in the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup, every second required a response, and for Italy's Cecilia Zandalasini, history came down to one moment.
In the final seconds, U.S. defender Jackie Young closed in on Zandalasini, raising her left hand. Zandalasini recoiled with the ball still in her hand, seemingly affected by Young's reach. But time did not stop, no whistle was blown, and Zandalasini had one more shot; one more moment. She found herself just beyond the arc, and still affected by Young's intrusion, she threw up a shot that could have made history, but it only found glass as the buzzer sounded and the U.S. escaped with a 55-52 victory.
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In frustration, Zandalasini turned and strutted to the nearest official, yanking her jersey down in anger. Italy's coach Andrea Capobianco seemed to be the only one to calm her, as his hands cupped the sides of her face in an act of resolution.
#affected
19 days ago
Nikola Jokić does not do empty optimism. So when the three-time MVP was asked about the Denver Nuggets' decision to trade Peyton Watson and offered a calm ****** sment of the team's future, it carried more weight than the usual offseason platitudes.
After leading Serbia past Victor Wembanyama and France in a FIBA World Cup qualifier, Jokić addressed the multi-team sign-and-trade that sent Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
"I'm happy for Peyton," he said. "He deserved it. We will miss his energy and skill. I don't think about the season yet; we have to play this, but it's gonna be okay."
#joki #peyton #serbia
After leading Serbia past Victor Wembanyama and France in a FIBA World Cup qualifier, Jokić addressed the multi-team sign-and-trade that sent Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
"I'm happy for Peyton," he said. "He deserved it. We will miss his energy and skill. I don't think about the season yet; we have to play this, but it's gonna be okay."
#joki #peyton #serbia
19 days ago
Paige Bueckers sends Team USA message after Italy scare at FIBA World Cup originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
After flirting with disaster against Italy, United States star Paige Bueckers chose to look on the bright side while acknowledging the Americans had a few things to polish in order to win a fifth consecutive FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
"To be challenged like this early, for our group, I think it's great for us in the long run," Bueckers told reporters Sunday after Team USA held off Italy, 55-52, in the second of three group games.
"Long run" is a relative term; the World Cup ends next Sunday, one way or another.
MORE: Caitlin Clark and Team USA survive Italy despite awful shooting night
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After flirting with disaster against Italy, United States star Paige Bueckers chose to look on the bright side while acknowledging the Americans had a few things to polish in order to win a fifth consecutive FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
"To be challenged like this early, for our group, I think it's great for us in the long run," Bueckers told reporters Sunday after Team USA held off Italy, 55-52, in the second of three group games.
"Long run" is a relative term; the World Cup ends next Sunday, one way or another.
MORE: Caitlin Clark and Team USA survive Italy despite awful shooting night
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