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There was scoffing and a small kick at an imaginary object.

Clearly this was not a topic Storm coach Anne Donovan wanted to discuss.

"But I know I need to talk about it," she said reluctantly.

The WNBA kicked of its 10th anniversary season with controversy, announcing it would select 10 players to be its inaugural all-decade team. On the list of 30 retired and current players are Storm all-stars Lauren Jackson and Sue Bird. But while many in Seattle, Australia and Connecticut — where the players have strong ties — believe Jackson and Bird are no-brainers to be part of the elite grouping, fans debate on the Internet whether Bird is worthy.

In fact, some who have already submitted votes have made their "teams" without a point guard, believing none of the true points on the list are of the caliber to be titled All-Decade.

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