Diana Taurasi
Diana Taurasi is a celebrated American professional basketball player, widely regarded as one of the greatest female athletes in the sport's history. Born on June 11, 1982, in Chino, California, she gained prominence during her college career at the University of Connecticut, leading the team to three consecutive NCAA championships. Since being drafted first overall by the Phoenix Mercury in 2004, Taurasi has become the WNBA's all-time leading scorer and has won multiple championships and MVP awards. Over her illustrious career, she has also been a key player for the U.S. women's national team, securing six Olympic gold medals. On November 7, 2024, she announced her retirement from basketball after more than two decades of remarkable contributions to the sport.
Born on Jun 11, 1982 (42 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 3 | 7.67 | 0.06% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 182,572 | $21,000,000 | 11,583$ |
| United Kingdom | 2 | 8.50 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 36,765 | $2,700,000 | 1,462$ |
| Canada | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 16,228 | $1,700,000 | 726$ |
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 7,400 | $89,000 | 61$ |
| Argentina | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 45,195,774 | 18,998 | $450,000 | 189$ |
| Latvia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 1,886,198 | 2,349 | $34,000 | 42$ |
| Lithuania | 1 | 9.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 2,722,289 | 886 | $54,000 | 18$ |
| United Arab Emirates | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 9,890,400 | 4,928 | $430,000 | 214$ |
| Israel | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 9,216,900 | 4,435 | $400,000 | 192$ |
| Totals | 12 | 516,653,371 | 274,561 | $26,857,000 | 14,487$ |
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United States:
The basketball star Diana Taurasi announced her retirement on Tuesday.
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United Kingdom:
Diana Taurasi is referred to as a WNBA legend in the sports quiz of the week.
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Argentina:
Diana Taurasi announced her retirement after 20 seasons in the WNBA, finishing as the all-time leading scorer.
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Lithuania:
Diana Taurasi is the all-time leading scorer in WNBA history and a six-time Olympic champion.
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Dominican Republic:
Diana Taurasi, the all-time leading scorer in WNBA history, announced her retirement at the age of 42.
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United Arab Emirates:
Diana Taurasi announced her retirement after a 42-year career, during which she won six Olympic gold medals.
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Latvia:
Diana Taurasi is a six-time Olympic gold medalist and the all-time leading scorer in WNBA history.
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Israel:
Diana Taurasi announced her retirement from basketball after a legendary 21-year career in the WNBA.
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Canada:
Diana Taurasi is retiring after 20 seasons, ending one of the greatest careers in women’s basketball history.
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United States:
Diana Taurasi has officially announced her retirement from basketball after a legendary career in the WNBA.
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