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Caitlin Clark Shines in USA's Win Despite Bench Role

3/15/2026

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Caitlin Clark returned from an eight-month injury layoff and posted 12 points and five assists as Team USA beat Italy 93-59 in qualifiers.
After the game, she shuffled by the advertising board, prompting speculation about antics and media questions about her bench role.
Head coach Kara Lawson said team is experimenting with starting lineups to evaluate young talent.
Clark has not started in the tournament, keeping her role under scrutiny.

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Story summary

Caitlin Clark returned from an eight-month injury layoff and posted 12 points and five assists as Team USA beat Italy 93-59 in qualifiers.
After the game, she shuffled by the advertising board, prompting speculation about antics and media questions about her bench role.
Head coach Kara Lawson said team is experimenting with starting lineups to evaluate young talent.
Clark has not started in the tournament, keeping her role under scrutiny.