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FILE - In this March 9, 2016 file photo, basketball player Candace Parker poses at the 2016 Team USA Media Summit, in Beverly Hills, Calif. Candace Parker was shocked and disappointed when she learned that she will not be on the U.S. women's basketball Olympic roster. The 30-year-old forward was informed of USA Basketball's decision not to include her for Rio last week. The two-time WNBA MVP helped the Americans win the gold medal in the past two Olympics.Parker told The Associated Press on Tuesday, April 26, 2016, that she was surprised by the choice. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes, File)
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