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What happened: France selected Leila Lacan as one of eight WNBA players for the Women's World Cup. Her teammates gathered to show their support before she joins the national team.

Why it matters: The tournament overlaps the WNBA regular season, shifting Lacan from club play to international duty.

What to watch: Lacan will join France's preparations before the tournament opens Sept. 4.

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