Lexie Hull praises Caitlin Clark's role change with Team USA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 1:06 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
Lexie Hull commended Caitlin Clark for her adaptability during the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, where Clark took on a reserve role. Despite the shift, Clark contributed effectively, averaging 7.8 points and leading Team USA in playing time as they captured the gold medal. In the championship match, she scored 12 points on 80 percent shooting. Hull highlighted Clark's willingness to prioritize team goals over personal statistics. Team USA finished the tournament undefeated, securing their fifth consecutive championship. The Indiana Fever, where both Hull and Clark play, are now preparing for their final two regular-season games with playoff implications.
- •Caitlin Clark averaged 7.8 points and 5.3 assists in the tournament.
- •Clark scored 12 points in the championship game against France.
- •Team USA won their fifth consecutive World Cup gold medal.
- •The Indiana Fever are gearing up for playoffs with two games remaining.
- •Clark leads the WNBA in assists and is among its top scorers.
- 1:06 AMYahoo Sports — Lexie Hull sends clear message about Caitlin Clark’s Team USA role
"Lexie Hull praised Caitlin Clark for accepting an unfamiliar role during Team USA’s run to another World Cup championship.
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