Kelsey Plum and Aja Wilson Out of FIBA Womens World Cup
Basketball stars Kelsey Plum and A'ja Wilson will miss the upcoming FIBA Women's World Cup due to health reasons. USA Basketball officially announced on Monday that Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron will replace them on the national team roster.
The Phoenix Mercury confirmed that Plum will also be sidelined for the remainder of the 2026 WNBA season. Health considerations led to the decision to rule both key players out of international competition.
The addition of Iriafen and Citron brings fresh talent to the national squad ahead of the tournament. USA Basketball expressed confidence in the replacement players as they step into major roles for the team.
The loss of Wilson and Plum presents a challenge for the squad's championship aspirations.
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