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WNBA Star's Caitlin Clark Comment Draws Attention

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Paolo Songco | Last updated Mar 29, 2026 8:23 AM ET

WNBA stars Caitlin Clark and Rae Burrell powered Team USA’s victory streak during the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifiers. Their efforts helped the squad finish the tournament undefeated.

The U.S. women’s basketball team posted a perfect 5-0 record, dominating every game throughout the tournament in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Clark emerged as Team USA’s most consistent contributor despite starting only one of five games. The Indiana Fever guard posted team-leading totals of 58 points and 32 assists. For her standout performance, FIBA named her the tournament MVP.

Burrell, on the other hand, joined the roster as an injury replacement. The Los Angeles Sparks forward played her part for the national squad, providing quality minutes off the bench.

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark warms up before a WNBA game.Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

The tournament marked the senior national team debuts for both Clark and Burrell. As they competed and traveled together, the two quickly grew close. Their friendship was also on display on social media.

Clark recently took to Instagram to share photos of herself with a Prada bag. She captioned it: “ @prada #PradaSS26 #adv,” indicating a sponsored collaboration with the luxury brand.

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Burrell, quick to show support for Clark, chimed in on the comments with a brief, enthusiastic note: “Strut ittt.”

Fans joined in the conversation and reacted to Burrell’s comment.

“@raehoops come to Indy I promise we’ll treat you good,” one fan commented.

Another fan wrote, “Rae to the Fever would be a nice headline to read if I’m being honest.”

“Rae when free agency comes around u know what to do @indianafever,” a supporter added.

“@raehoops you know where home is. Welcome to the Fever. Clark Nation!” another remarked.

"come on girl, come to Indy!!!" a user pleaded.

"@raehoops you coming to Indy or what’s up," a reaction read.

For what it's worth, Burrell is an unrestricted free agent. Fever fans are clearly open to the opportunity of the 6-foot-2 guard-forward potentially taking her talents to Indiana.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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