Chelsea Gray Bows Out of USA Women’s Basketball training Camp Amid Marital Crisis..
In a stunning turn that has sent ripples through the WNBA world, Las Vegas Aces star guard Chelsea Gray has withdrawn from the USA Women’s National Team training camp, just hours before tip-off at Duke University. The camp, a pivotal prep for the 2026 FIBA World Cup qualifiers, was set to showcase Gray’s veteran prowess alongside Olympic gold medalists like Kelsey Plum and Brittney Griner. But personal turmoil has sidelined the three-time champion.
Sources close to the 32-year-old point guard confirm the decision stems from a deepening marital crisis with her wife, Tipesa Moorer. The couple, married since 2019 and parents to 20-month-old daughter Lennox Ali’i, have been navigating “irreconcilable strains,” exacerbated by Gray’s grueling schedule. Gray, who led the Aces to their fourth title in 2025 while earning All-Star nods, returned from overseas play in October only to face mounting tensions at home. “Chelsea’s heart is with her family first,” a confidant shared. “The road to Paris gold last year took its toll; this is about rebuilding what’s sacred.”
Gray’s absence leaves a void in the backcourt. Invited just weeks ago, she was primed to mentor rookies like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. USA Basketball issued a brief statement: “We respect Chelsea’s choice and wish her well. The camp proceeds with a focus on unity.” Teammates rallied online, with A’ja Wilson posting, “Prayers up, sis. We’re family forever.” Gray, known for her ice-veined Finals MVP performance in 2022, has yet to comment publicly.
Fans worry this could impact her 2026 Olympic bid, but Gray’s resilience shines through. “Basketball’s my passion, but family is my foundation,” she told reporters post-season. As the camp unfolds in Durham, whispers of reconciliation swirl—proof that even champions face life’s toughest defenses
