Kelsey Plum is set to showcase her talents with Team USA at the FIBA World Cup Qualifier in Puerto Rico this week. While the Americans have already punched their ticket to the Women's World Cup in Berlin this September, this tournament serves as a critical stepping stone toward the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, where Team USA will aim to continue their gold medal streak that dates back to 1996.
For fans of the WNBA, especially amidst the ongoing collective bargaining agreement discussions, this event is a golden opportunity to see top-tier basketball talent in action.
About Kelsey Plum
Kelsey Plum's name is synonymous with scoring prowess. Before Caitlin Clark's emergence, Plum was the most prolific scorer in college basketball history. During her four years at Montlake, she started all 139 games, averaging an impressive 25.4 points per game.
Her scoring dominance was evident as she led the Pac-12 in points from her sophomore year onward, culminating in a national scoring lead during her senior year with an astounding 31.7 ppg. Plum also topped the Pac-12 in free-throw percentage throughout her college career, boasting an 88 percent lifetime mark.
Plum's efforts propelled the University of Washington to the Final Four in the 2015-16 season, though they fell short against Syracuse. Her senior year accolades include National Player of the Year and first-team All-American honors, alongside four-time All-Pac-12 recognition. Her stellar college career led to her being the No. 1 pick in the 2017 WNBA Draft by the San Antonio Stars.
Kelsey Plum in the WNBA and Internationally
Now an eight-year veteran, Plum has played for the Stars, Las Vegas Aces, and Los Angeles Sparks. Her career averages sit at 15.1 points per game, and she's been a four-time All-Star. Plum's trophy case includes two WNBA championships, an All-WNBA selection, and the Sixth Player of the Year award in 2021.
Internationally, Plum has shone brightly as well. She claimed a Gold Medal at the 2024 Olympics and added another in 3x3 basketball at the 2020 Olympics.
Also on Campus
Turning to college hoops, the University of Washington men's basketball team has secured the No. 12 seed in the Big Ten Conference tournament, kicking off on Tuesday. They'll face No.
13 USC in their opening game on Wednesday. With Michigan holding the No. 1 seed, the Big Ten championship is set to wrap up on Sunday, just before the Selection Show.