The leading players in San Juan were recognized for their impressive contributions.

    SAN JUAN (Puerto Rico) - The All-Star Five at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 Qualifying Tournament in San Juan was headlined by TISSOT MVP Caitlin Clark who stood out on in her first senior tournament for her country.

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    Stats: 11.6 PPG / 1.6 RPG / 6.4 APG / 14.6 EFF The wait to see Clark at her first senior tournament was worth it. She wasted little time in stamping her class on the competition, with her skills and willingness to push the tempo standing out. She dished up plenty of dimes and took the TISSOT MVP award for her efforts.

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    Kelsey Plum - USA

    Stats: 11.2 PPG / 2.0 RPG / 3.0 APG / 1.2 SPG / 13.0 EFF In this competition, Kelsey Plum was a stabilizing force for her team. Always aggressive, she brought scoring, her experience in the FIBA context, and extremely clean play. Invaluable.

    Cecilia Zandalasini - Italy

    Stats: 13.8 PPG / 2.8 RPG / 2.0 APG / 12.0 EFF She may not have huge numbers, but the influence of Zandalasini on this Italian team is immeasurable. She comes up clutch in big games again and again, this time in the big one against Spain which propelled her country to their first appearance at the World Cup in 32 years.

    Megan Gustafson - Spain

    Stats: 14.6 PPG / 6.4 RPG / 1.4 BPG / 17.4 EFF Spain's frontcourt centerpiece was a power for her team at both ends of the court, using her strength to great effect under the hoop. She helped to wrap up a place in Berlin with big performances in the early games with New Zealand and Puerto Rico.

    Imani McGee-Stafford - Puerto Rico

    Stats: 9.8 PPG / 8.2 RPG / 1.2 BPG / 13.0 EFF McGee-Stafford was rock-solid in the paint for Puerto Rico from start to finish. She cleaned up the boards and protected the paint with consistency, getting a double-double against New Zealand to help her team lock up the last ticket to Berlin.

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