With the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup less than a month away, USA Basketball has announced its final roster for the tournament in Germany. The team features a mix of familiar WNBA stars and new talent, including Paige Bueckers and Aliyah Boston.

Among the most notable selections are Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, two rising stars known for their intense rivalry. Despite a history marked by several high-profile incidents — including a hard foul by Clark on Reese that sparked a face-to-face confrontation in 2025 — both players will share the court representing the United States.

Clark, a guard for the Indiana Fever, and Reese, a forward for the Atlanta Dream, have clashed multiple times during WNBA games, adding an intriguing dynamic to the national team. Photographs from June 20, 2026, show Clark driving to the basket against Reese at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.

While the rivalry could make for an awkward pairing, the team aims to put differences aside to pursue victory on the world stage. The roster announcement has generated significant interest as fans anticipate the competition in Germany.

A notable quote from coverage of the team’s preparation humorously referenced a “no-look circus shot from earlier this week and decided it needed a little pizzazz, but I digress. STAY.”

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