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A'ja Wilson, Kelsey Plum withdraw from Team USA's World Cup roster before Berlin opener
A'ja Wilson
— Aug 31, 2026
USA Basketball announced that A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum will miss the FIBA Women’s World Cup for health reasons, with Plum also sidelined for part of the 2026 WNBA season, and replacements Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron will join the roster. The Americans will lean on a younger core, including Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers, as they open against China.
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Mystics End Valkyries Nine-Game Streak 90-82
Kiki Iriafen
— Jul 21, 2026
The Washington Mystics rallied from a late 3:32 remaining deficit to defeat the Golden State Valkyries 90-82, ending the Valkyries’ nine-game streak as Kiki Iriafen poured in 23 points and 12 rebounds and Shakira Austin added 15 points and 15 rebounds in a decisive 17-2 finish. The comeback was fueled by size-based adjustments in the paint and key contributions from Kaitlyn Chen, with a physical late game including a technical foul on Cotie McMahon, and Washington shooting 51.9% overall to seal the win.
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