Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers Link Up at Team USA Camp

The two WNBA stars were spotted working together during the U.S. women's national basketball team training camp in Miami.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and Paige Bueckers of the Minnesota Lynx were seen linking up on the court during the United States women's national basketball team training camp in Miami. The two guards, who are part of the 12-player roster representing Team USA in the upcoming FIBA Women's World Cup Qualifying Tournament, were captured in a video passing the ball and Bueckers setting up Clark for a deep shot.

Why it matters

Clark and Bueckers are two of the biggest stars in the WNBA, and their on-court chemistry and connection will be crucial for Team USA as they compete in the qualifying tournament. The duo previously played together for Team USA during the 2019 FIBA Under-19 Women's Basketball World Cup.

The details

The training camp in Miami is preparing the U.S. team for the FIBA Women's World Cup Qualifying Tournament, which will take place in San Juan, Puerto Rico, from March 11-17. The tournament will mark the senior national team debut for both Clark and Bueckers, who will share the court with experienced international veterans such as Chelsea Gray, Kelsey Plum, and Jackie Young.

  • The training camp in Miami is taking place in the lead-up to the FIBA Women's World Cup Qualifying Tournament, which will be held from March 11-17, 2026.
  • Clark and Bueckers previously played together for Team USA during the 2019 FIBA Under-19 Women's Basketball World Cup in Bangkok, Thailand.

The players

Caitlin Clark

A superstar guard for the Indiana Fever in the WNBA, known for her scoring prowess and deep shooting ability.

Paige Bueckers

A rising star in the WNBA, playing for the Minnesota Lynx, who won the Rookie of the Year award in 2025 after a standout debut season.

Chelsea Gray

An experienced international veteran and Olympic gold medalist who is part of the Team USA roster for the upcoming qualifying tournament.

Kelsey Plum

Another Olympic gold medalist and veteran player who will be representing Team USA in the qualifying tournament.

Jackie Young

A seasoned international player and Olympic gold medalist who is also part of the Team USA roster for the upcoming qualifying tournament.

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What they’re saying

“It'll probably take me a second to knock a little bit of the rust off. I'll probably be a little bit nervous, which I usually don't get nervous, but that probably comes from I haven't really played basketball in a while.”

— Caitlin Clark (profootballnetwork.com)

“More than anything, just really excited. I know how much work and how much time I put in to make sure my body's as healthy as it can be and to get back.”

— Caitlin Clark (profootballnetwork.com)

What’s next

Clark and Bueckers will begin their international campaign when Team USA faces the Senegal women's national basketball team on March 11 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

The takeaway

The partnership between Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, two of the WNBA's biggest stars, will be a key factor for Team USA's success in the upcoming FIBA Women's World Cup Qualifying Tournament. Their on-court chemistry and talent will be on full display as they represent their country on the international stage.