During a recent appearance, Durant stated, “I think she’s going to definitely be on one of these teams going forward but right now, there were better candidates out there.”
NBA champion Kevin Durant supports USA Basketball’s choice to not include Caitlin Clark on their squad for the Olympics.
During a conversation with the Wall Street Journal’s Emma Tucker at Journal House during The Cannes Lions Festival, Durant, 35, stated there were “better candidates” for the roster. The 22-year-old’s exclusion from the women’s basketball team competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics sparked intense debate among fans and analysts.
When questioned about the Indiana Fever rookie, the Phoenix Suns player stated that he believes there are still “proper steps you’ve got to take in our world to be considered an Olympian.”
Durant said, along with his Boardroom colleague Rich Kleiman, “I think she’s going to definitely be on one of these teams going forward but right now, there were better candidates out there.”
WNBA players Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner, Sabrina Ionescu, and Kelsey Plum have all been chosen for Team USA’s 2024 squad.
In addition, he expressed admiration for the WNBA and their efforts in “showcasing” the first overall pick. She is being brilliantly showcased by the WNBA. Every other day, I watch her games on ESPN,” Durant remarked.
“I see her in conversations about whatever topic they’re discussing; there’s a lot of discussion about the game right now, so that’s good too,”
LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Durant, who will play for Team USA in Paris, said that Clark should “continue to keep showing up every day” as she adjusts to life in the NBA.
He mentioned Las Vegas Aces two-time MVP A’ja Wilson when he said, “I think as she continues to keep getting better as a player, her production on the court gets better, then the league will grow along with some of the other women who are coming in.”
Durant continued, “There are just so many amazing players in our league that Caitlin has helped bring attention to, and that will help the league grow over time.”
Speaking to reporters on June 9, Clark expressed her satisfaction with the selection following the unveiling of the Olympic roster.
According to ESPN, Clark stated, “I’m excited for the girls that are on the team.” “I am aware that this is the world’s most competitive squad, and I also understand that my inclusion on the team or exclusion from it might have happened in either scenario. I will be cheering them on to the gold. It will be enjoyable to watch the Olympics because I grew up watching them,” the Fever guard added.
To be honest, I’m not disappointed. It’s a dream, but it offers me something to strive for. I hope to be able to visit there someday. It’s just a bit more motivation, in my opinion. You recall that. Hopefully, I can be there when the next four years roll around.
After 14 years, the woman delivered quadruplets who are identical to each other: Here’s how the girls appear now
Rare occurrences are just that, rare. In a world where the likelihood of twins hovers around a mere 2%, and the chances of quadruplets are as slim as finding a needle in a haystack, the story of Julia defied all odds. Fourteen years ago, during her routine ultrasound, Julia received news that would change her life forever – she was carrying not one, not two, but four embryos in her womb simultaneously.
The complexity of the situation was apparent from the start. The four children were developing in the same placenta, presenting a host of potential health risks. Julia was confronted with the daunting prospect of uncertainty surrounding the health of her babies at birth. Despite recommendations to terminate the pregnancy for the sake of her own health and the presumed well-being of the children, Julia stood firm in her decision to see it through.
After a tense wait, Julia underwent a caesarean section, and to everyone’s relief, all four girls were born healthy. Though two of them initially had lower birth weights, their resilience prevailed as they quickly caught up to their counterparts. Yet, what truly captivated those around them was not merely the fact that Julia gave birth to quadruplets, but the astonishing resemblance shared by all four girls.
Their striking similarity became a hallmark of their identity, with even the closest of observers struggling to discern differences among them. From their features to their mannerisms, the girls seemed almost interchangeable. They even took to wearing identical glasses, further blurring the lines of individuality.
Despite the constant scrutiny and curiosity from others, the girls embraced their shared appearance. In fact, it became a source of pride and distinction for them. Their uncanny likeness catapulted them into the spotlight, attracting attention from various quarters, including offers for collaborations with renowned clothing brands.
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