Diana Taurasi’s Injury Concerns Ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics: Will She Play?

The anticipation for the 2024 Paris Olympics is building as the WNBA prepares for a month-long break to allow its players to compete for a gold medal in France. However, one of the most decorated Olympians of all time, Diana Taurasi, is facing uncertainty due to injuries.

Taurasi, a five-time Olympic gold medalist, has been dealing with back soreness and a lower left leg injury, which has kept her sidelined for parts of July. This raises concerns about her availability for the upcoming Olympics, with less than two weeks until the break begins on July 21.

If Taurasi is unable to recover in time, young phenom Caitlin Clark could potentially take her place on Team USA. Clark, who was initially left off the roster, would have the opportunity to make her Olympic debut in Paris.

The exact timeline for Taurasi’s return is unknown, and Phoenix Mercury has already ruled her out for their upcoming game on July 12 due to the lower leg injury. Despite the setbacks, Taurasi is still expected to travel to Paris as part of the USA women’s Olympic basketball team.

However, if Taurasi is unable to compete, an alternate player can replace her on the roster until the first game on July 29 against Japan. Caitlin Clark, along with Brionna Jones of Connecticut, is reportedly at the top of the list of alternates to replace any injured Olympians on Team USA.

As the 2024 Paris Olympics draw closer, the fate of Diana Taurasi and her potential replacement, Caitlin Clark, adds an extra layer of intrigue to the upcoming games. Fans will eagerly await updates on Taurasi’s injuries and her status for the prestigious event.