New Headline: Caitlin Clark Lights Up FIBA World Cup Playoffs, Secures MVP Award!
WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark came off the bench for Team USA for a majority of the FIBA World Cup qualifiers, but that didn’t stop the Indiana Fever sharpshooter from making a big impact on the game. In fact, after the United States finished qualifying with an undefeated record, Clark was named MVP of the FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournament. Clark finished Team USA’s 84-70 win over Spain at the Coliseum Jose Miguel Agrelot “El Choli” in San Juan, Puerto Rico, with 7 points and 7 assists in just over 22 minutes.
MORE: WNBA, Players’ Association agree to historic CBA after long battle Throughout qualifying, Clark averaged 11. 6 points and 6. 4 assists per game.
Second MVP award at only 24. Caitlin Clark, you’re an incredible hooper. #FIBAWWC x #WeOwnTheGame pic.
twitter. com/j2YzfbfyGw — FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup (@FIBAWWC) March 18, 2026 The 2026 FIBA World Cup qualifiers were Clark’s international senior debut. Along with winning tournament MVP, Clark was named to the All-Star Five alongside teammate Kelsey Plum (USA), Cecilia Zandalasini (Italy), Megan Gustafson (Spain), and Imani McGee-Stafford (Puerto Rico).
MORE: Angel Reese destroys ‘lack of influence’ narrative with major off-court move The 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup will take place in Berlin, Germany, from September 4 through 13. The World Cup draw will be held on April 21 at Kraftwerk Berlin. Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) and Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) celebrate from the bench Thursday, July 3, 2025, during a game between the Indiana Fever and the Las Vegas Aces at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.