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Last week, news emerged that Caitlin Clark will not be suiting up for Team USA in the 2024 Summer Olympics. Following the latest announcement showcasing the roster, WNBA fans continued to react to the 2024 No. 1 pick being snubbed.
In Paris, the US women's national team will be eyeing its eighth straight gold medal. As they look to continue their dominance, they gathered the top talents from across the WNBA, as the team is headlined by stars A'ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart.
On Tuesday morning, USA Basketball posted a photo of the 2024 women's team on social media. Upon seeing the post, which also featured a cut out of the Statue of Liberty, fans continued to come to Caitlin Clark's defense.
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Others either took shots at the roster for not having Clark or flat-out said they won't be watching.
"You picked a 42 year old and a pot head over the hands down best player in the game because of hate and jealousy," one fan said.
"We will not be watching," another fan said.
"No Caitlin Clark, mid roster," a fan said.
Along with the graphics on social media, Team USA also put together an ad narrated by famous actress Aubrey Plaza.
Diana Taurasi speaks on Caitlin Clark not being on the 2024 Olympic team
Since the roster was announced, countless people in and around the game have spoken about Caitlin Clark not being chosen. Among the more recent people to speak up is Phoenix Mercury star Diana Taurasi.
During an interview with "Yahoo Sports," Taurasi was asked about all the buzz around Clark being snubbed. She responded by saying there's always going to be talented players who are left out in a situation like this, where only 12 players make it. Taurasi also said that fit is something that most people might overlook while criticizing decisions like this.
"The Olympic team is really just a collection of best players," Taurasi said. "At the end of the day, USA basketball always had a firm grasp on what they need as a team.
"I think people kind of lose track of no matter what you have to make sure that 12 players fit to form the best team, not necessarily the best players."
Taurasi has been a staple for USA women's basketball, making history with her selection this year. She will become the first basketball player ever to play in six Olympic games. Taurasi has played for Team USA in every Olympics since 2004.
As she celebrates her 42nd birthday, Taurasi is still a high-level talent in the WNBA. This season, she is averaging 16.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.6 assists.
