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Rivals Turned Friends: Bueckers and Clark Join USA Camp

1/24/2026

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Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark of USA Basketball were named to the USA women's basketball training camp in December.
Although portrayed as rivals, Bueckers emphasized their friendship and mutual respect.
Clark has previously won gold with Team USA in junior competitions and is healthy after the 2025 WNBA season, preparing for the 2026 FIBA World Cup in Berlin.
Bueckers had a standout rookie season, averaging 19.2 points per game.

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Story summary

Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark of USA Basketball were named to the USA women's basketball training camp in December.
Although portrayed as rivals, Bueckers emphasized their friendship and mutual respect.
Clark has previously won gold with Team USA in junior competitions and is healthy after the 2025 WNBA season, preparing for the 2026 FIBA World Cup in Berlin.
Bueckers had a standout rookie season, averaging 19.2 points per game.