Caitlin Clark practices imaginary shots during Team USA session
5 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Caitlin Clark was filmed practicing imaginary shots on the sideline during a Team USA training session amid the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup in Germany. The moment gained traction on social media, especially following a debate about her teammates' reluctance to pass to her during games. Clips from previous matches showed Clark being passed over for open shots. Despite the speculation, Clark maintained a professional demeanor, highlighting the challenge of distributing the ball among talented teammates. Her ability to stay engaged during breaks underscores her competitive nature as Team USA assesses how to better utilize her in the offense moving forward.
- •Clark filmed practicing imaginary shots during a Team USA session.
- •Debate arose over teammate passing decisions during the World Cup.
- •Clips showed her being overlooked for open shots in prior matches.
- •Clark emphasized the difficulty of choosing among talented players.
- •Team USA focuses on maximizing Clark's offensive contributions.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark shares what she learned from her USA teammates at FIBA World Cup
- 2:40 AMYahoo Sports — “Should Have Been Starting”: Sophie Cunningham Sets the Record Straight Over Team USA’s Caitlin Clark Treatment at the FIBA World Cup
- 9:54 AMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark’s presence on Team USA is a must due to a 1.5 million metric, says Christine Brennan
- 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — FIBA boss makes emphatic statement on Caitlin Clark at World Cup
- 11:31 AMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark Filmed Practicing Imaginary Shots On Sideline During Team Session
"Team USA successfully clinched its fifth straight FIBA World Cup gold medal, finishing the tournament in Germany with a perfect 6-0 record. Yet throughout that dominant run, one question continued to follow the Americans: Why wasn’t Caitlin Clark starting? The decision became one of the most discussed aspects of Team USA’s campaign, particularly with Clark making her senior national team debut.
"Caitlin Clark spent the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup in Germany winning gold with Team USA, but the tournament was not without its drama. Clips circulated during the group stage showing teammates seemingly avoiding passing to Clark, and fans spent weeks debating how involved she actually was in the offense. One moment in particular cut [...]
"Caitlin Clark has already made history during her first-ever FIBA World Cup run with Team USA. Team USA utterly dominated the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup with an undefeated run that ended with a gold medal.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 8:30 AMCaitlin Clark shares what she learned from her USA teammates at FIBA World Cup
Caitlin Clark was among the players to bring home the gold for Team USA at the FIBA World Cup this month. Clark, after being drafted into the WNBA in 2024, was competing at her first ever World Cup for the USA.
- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 2:40 AM“Should Have Been Starting”: Sophie Cunningham Sets the Record Straight Over Team USA’s Caitlin Clark Treatment at the FIBA World Cup
Team USA successfully clinched its fifth straight FIBA World Cup gold medal, finishing the tournament in Germany with a perfect 6-0 record. Yet throughout that dominant run, one question continued to follow the Americans: Why wasn’t Caitlin Clark starting? The decision became one of the most discussed aspects of Team USA’s campaign, particularly with Clark making her senior national team debut.
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 9:54 AMCaitlin Clark’s presence on Team USA is a must due to a 1.5 million metric, says Christine Brennan
Caitlin Clark has already made history during her first-ever FIBA World Cup run with Team USA. Team USA utterly dominated the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup with an undefeated run that ended with a gold medal.
- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 3:40 PMFIBA boss makes emphatic statement on Caitlin Clark at World Cup
Caitlin Clark continues to catch the attention after Team USA’s triumph at the FIBA World Cup. Caitlin Clark didn’t get the huge minutes some fans expected at the World Cup, but she made every second count.
- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 11:31 AMCaitlin Clark Filmed Practicing Imaginary Shots On Sideline During Team Session
Caitlin Clark spent the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup in Germany winning gold with Team USA, but the tournament was not without its drama. Clips circulated during the group stage showing teammates seemingly avoiding passing to Clark, and fans spent weeks debating how involved she actually was in the offense. One moment in particular cut [...]
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