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Tennis icon Serena Williams knows what it’s like to have tons of media attention as a young sports star, so she understands what Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark is going through amid the hype she’s getting. Having said that, Williams has some advice for the rising hoops star as she navigates through the tricky situation […]

Former NBA players Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett were on their show “All The Smoke” where the topic of conversation was on the  Olympics women’s basketball team this summer. Both were arguing, especially Pierce, that WNBA stars Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese should be on the team. “Angel Reese and […]

The Indiana Fever have been the center of a ton of stories since selecting Caitlin Clark in the 2024 WNBA Draft. One of those stories involved a foul on Clark by DiJonai Carrington of the Connecticut Sun. Unfortunately, one byproduct of that event is  uncomfortable statements being hurled at certain players around the league. Caitlin […]

Within the realm of the Caitlin Clark phenomenon, a troubling pattern of divisiveness emerges whenever discussions involve her. Clark is celebrated for her exceptional offensive skills and precision in three-point shooting. However, the rookie’s entry into the WNBA has unfortunately paved the way for harassment, attacks, and misleading arguments. These actions are cloaked under the […]

The WNBA has been plagued with a lot of heated conversations and controversies outside of the court. A big issue came when DiJonai Carrington got a whistle during the clash between the Connecticut Sun and Indiana Fever. Who was at the other end of that foul call? It was Caitlin Clark. Since then, a lot […]

DALLAS — Caitlin Clark’s Team USA snub has been a talking point to say the least. Some believe Clark deserved a spot on the Olympic roster while others do not agree. NBA commissioner Adam Silver addressed the topic while speaking at an NBA event in Dallas on Thursday. “I wouldn’t say I’m disappointed, but it […]

Last month, as Cheryl Reeve was getting ready for her role as head coach of the 2024 U.S. Olympic Women’s Basketball Team, she also took to X (formerly Twitter) to comment on the first preseason game for the Minnesota Lynx, the WNBA team she coaches. In her posts, Reeve highlighted 22-year-old Caitlin Clark while discussing […]

The WNBA and women’s sports in general have been experiencing an uptick in viewership. Sabrina Ionescu, Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark, and other new stars have been one of the main reasons why this is the case. Unfortunately, this means that the discourse also increases, and along with it comes undue vitriol. Chiney Ogwumike had a […]

Caitlin Clark’s early days in the WNBA have been a mix of triumphs and trials. The Indiana Fever rookie has faced everything from lucrative endorsement deals to heated on-court clashes, all while navigating the reality of being a new professional athlete. Yet, despite the challenges, Clark remains grateful and finds joy in playing the sport […]

By any available metric, the first month of the 2024 WNBA season has been a tremendous success. TV ratings are through the roof, with nearly three times as many people watching WNBA games across all networks this year compared to last year. Arenas are being filled to 94 percent capacity, a 17 percent rise from […]

Shaquille O’Neal enjoys watching the WNBA, and as a strong supporter of the league, he feels the need to weigh in on the recent Caitlin Clark vs. WNBA/Team USA controversy. The Hall of Famer reiterated this point in the recent episode of “The Big Podcast With Shaq,” emphasizing the importance of giving credit to other […]

There will always be a once-in-a-generation player who will redefine a league whether it is the NBA or WNBA. Since Stephen Curry was drafted by the Golden State Warriors, teams practically eliminated their mid-range sets. They also started playing more five-out actions. While this has not happened quite yet due to Caitlin Clark’s entry, the […]

Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington found herself at the center of controversy following a physical altercation with Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark during their recent matchup Monday, The incident, which garnered significant attention on social media, occurred during the Sun’s dominant 89-72 victory over the Fever. The conflict began when Carrington delivered a hard foul on […]

Caitlin Clark’s exclusion from Team USA’s roster for the upcoming 2024 Olympics has been one of the biggest stories of the last week. Clark’s undeniable stardom has led some to believe she was left off of the roster due to ‘jealousy’ among other players. But Bill Simmons has an intriguing theory that relates to Tim […]

Caitlin Clark and the word competitive go hand in hand; everyone knows that. The Indiana Fever rookie is currently in the middle of her inaugural WNBA season, and her affinity for competition remains as strong as ever. In fact, Clark’s tendency to get the best of her opponents seems to manifest outside the court as […]

Transcendent athletes often carry a double-edged sword. Their ability to resonate with people of all demographics and sports preferences prodigiously grows their respective league, but their widespread fame can also involuntarily move the conversation away from the competition. The women’s basketball world is currently experiencing this to full force, via the Caitlin Clark effect. The […]

Iowa women’s basketball coach Lisa Bluder recently opened up about Caitlin Clark’s remarkable leadership and influence on the Hawkeyes, highlighting her integral role both on and off the court. Bluder’s comments came during an interview where she reflected on her coaching career and the impact Clark has had on the program. “She was a great […]

Brittney Griner will soon play for a third Olympic gold medal with Team USA. As the 2024 Games approach later this summer, the Phoenix Mercury star is clearly more invested in continuing the global supremacy of American women’s basketball than litigating Caitlin Clark’s omission from the roster for Paris. Asked about the Indiana Fever rookie’s […]

Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark has revolutionized women’s basketball, drawing more eyes to the sport than it has ever had before. That’s why her exclusion from the Team USA roster in the 2024 Paris Olympics has caused an uproar in the hoops world, with many people having differing opinions. Retired NBA star Gilbert Arenas thinks […]

USA Basketball’s recent announcement of the roster for the 2024 Paris Olympics has stirred widespread discussion in the sports community due to the exclusion of Caitlin Clark, the standout WNBA rookie and former women’s college basketball star. Addressing the decision, USA Basketball CEO Jim Tooley emphasized the importance of experience and team composition as pivotal […]

WNBA legend Diana Taurasi of the Phoenix Mercury weighed in on the controversy surrounding Caitlin Clark’s omission from the Team USA women’s basketball roster for the upcoming 2024 Olympics in Paris. Taurasi, known for her straightforward approach, provided insight into the complexities of selecting a national team. “Whenever you’re trying to cut down to 12 […]

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — The opening question in the postgame press conference for Indiana Fever head coach Christie Sides Monday night was, “What went so terribly awry defensively in the team’s 89-72 loss at the Connecticut Sun?” Sides paused for seconds, then she responded.  “I’m gonna start with, you can’t at this level coach effort,” Sides […]

Caitlin Clark’s exclusion from the USA Women’s Basketball Olympic Team for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France, has stirred considerable controversy. First Take host Shannon Sharpe has strongly criticized the decision to leave out the rookie from the Indiana Fever. Caitlin Clark undeniably has a unique impact, unlike any player in the history of […]

The sports world has been ablaze with topics concerning Caitlin Clark over the past couple of months and now there is a debate over whether the Fever rookie should’ve made the U.S. Women’s Basketball Olympic Team. The conversation reached a fever pitch on Saturday as it was discovered that Clark was not one of the […]

The conversation surrounding Caitlin Clark has gotten a lot more intense since she got left off the Olympics squad. Nonetheless, this does not change the fact that she often plays with the Indiana Fever with a target on her back. Their latest WNBA matchup against the Connecticut Sun may have been a disheartening demolition job […]

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark has received endless buzz amid her WNBA debut. Clark is coming off a historical tenure with the Iowa women’s basketball team. However, the 2024 Team USA Olympics committee chose to leave her off the Paris team. Sports analyst Colin Cowherd blasted Clark’s snub with an intriguing Anthony Edwards and Jaylen […]

Many basketball fans were shocked to see Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark get snubbed from Team USA’s Olympic roster this year. After all, she broke the NCAA scoring record and has already been a box-office attraction for Indiana. One of those fans is Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse, who voiced his opinion via The Herd […]

Dallas Wings star Satou Sabally recently shared her thoughts on the current narrative surrounding the WNBA and the unprecedented attention given to Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark. In a candid discussion on the “Podcast with P,” Monday, Sabally expressed that while Clark is an incredible talent, the spotlight on her sometimes overshadows other deserving players […]

Everyone seems to have an opinion on Caitlin Clark being snubbed from Team USA. And those opinions have often been quite passionate whether they agree with the decision or not. Dan Patrick recently shared his opinion on the matter. He expressed the belief that if any player should be upset about being snubbed it is […]

Caitlin Clark is the talk of the town in the WNBA; everything she does, says, or is merely involved in sets the entire sports world ablaze. Thus, when reports came out that Clark won’t be making the Team USA roster for the 2024 Paris Olympics, many came out in defense of the Indiana Fever guard, […]

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever take on the Connecticut Sun. Our WNBA odds series has our Fever Sun prediction, odds, and pick. Find out how to watch Fever Sun. A lot of national headlines have come from Caitlin Clark’s exclusion from the 2024 United States Olympic women’s basketball team. The debate about whether Clark […]

Denver Nuggets forward and NBA champion Michael Porter Jr. has recently joined the intriguing conversation about whether Indiana Fever star rookie Caitlin Clark can play in the NBA. Porter was recently asked during an appearance on Full Send Podcast if Clark can score in the league and came up with a blunt response. The former […]

The WNBA’s 2024 season is in full swing, and two of its most promising rookies, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, are already making waves. Their transition from collegiate stars to professional athletes has been nothing short of impressive, garnering praise from basketball legends and fans alike. Among those singing their praises is NBA icon Magic […]

Rookie sensation Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever recently picked up their third win of the young WNBA season, knocking off the Washington Mystics on the road in front of a WNBA record crowd to improve their record to 3-9. Clark went absolutely ballistic in this game, scoring a professional career high of 30 points […]

When the U.S. Olympic women’s basketball team for the 2024 Paris Olympics was announced Saturday, many were surprised to find Caitlin Clark’s name absent from the roster. As a rookie sensation who has captured the hearts of millions and significantly boosted viewership for women’s basketball, her exclusion has sparked considerable debate about her omission. However, […]

As the NBA world eagerly awaits the outcome of the 2024 NBA Finals, the 2024 WNBA season is in full swing. The league has experienced a massive uptick in viewership and interest, largely thanks to the presence of Caitlin Clark, who was drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever. Clark, a superstar guard during her […]

Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark was given advice from Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson during his appearance on the late night show “Jimmy Kimmel Live” as he talked about the WNBA at large. Kimmel brought up the topic since the league has seen a boost in viewership because of the rookie class with Clark […]

The final roster for the women’s basketball team for the 2024 Paris Olympics is set and Caitlin Clark was noticeably not named. It’s been a heated topic of discussion, as Clark has brought so much attention to the WNBA. However, the latest rumors may have revealed the reason why Clark was left off Team USA’s […]

WASHINGTON — Indiana Fever head coach Christie Sides may not have outright said so, but Friday night’s game at the Washington Mystics was a must-win. Caitlin Clark and the Fever put themselves there.  Indiana’s 2-9 record in the opening 20 days of the regular season, without marquee wins over league powerhouses like the New York […]