A viral image, fan debates, and a new era begins for USA Basketball.

A photo of Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers, and Caitlin Clark is going viral during a busy weekend for USA Basketball as all three stars arrived at the national team’s camp in Durham, North Carolina, for the first time.

The trio joined the senior women’s national team at Duke. It was really a different scenario for players who spent years competing against each other in college and the WNBA. Now, they are teammates, wearing the same USA Basketball jersey. However, the competition between them is still clear, especially after Paige Bueckers was seen getting heated with Caitlin Clark .

But still, fans quickly focused on one image showing all three together, smiling and posing. The photo spread fast online, though it’s still unclear whether the image is real or artificial intelligence.

Fans Debate The Viral Photo Of Reese, Bueckers, And Clark

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark and Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers (Photo Via Imagn Images)
Online reactions came in, and fans are quite sure that the image is fake and pointed fingers at AI.

One fan wrote, “It is AI obviously, because Angel looks likeable here.”

Another added, “This GOTS to be AI…”

A third questioned, “Caitlin Clark is 17 during camp. Pic looks like she’s wearing a number in the 20s… fake.”

The debate happened while the players stayed focused on basketball. Bueckers said she enjoyed the chance to play with Reese and Clark instead of competing against them. “It’s great competing with them for a change instead of against them,” she said. “We really bring out the best in each other.”

She also talked about what USA Basketball means to her. “Just so many amazing athletes and women coming together for one common goal” Bueckers said. “It’s really fun to be able to share the court and be on the same side for a change.”

Bueckers gave the group the nickname “Young and Turnt,” used by past USA Basketball teams, reflecting their energy.

The camp also features young stars like Cameron Brink, Aliyah Boston, and JuJu Watkins. Veterans Diana Taurasi and Sue Bird have retired, while others like Kahleah Copper, Jackie Young, and Kelsey Plum are nearing the end of their careers.

Sue Bird now works as USA Basketball’s managing director. She said the camp is about setting standards early. The group has an average age of just over 25. Bueckers said that helps. “We kind of know each other and it’s more comfortable that way, too,” she said. “ We’re all coming in and we’re having the same expectations of just wanting to go in there.”

Whether the photo was real or not, it got people talking. Now, the focus shifts fully to basketball.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.