Caitlyn Clark has done it again the Indiana Fever star broke the WNBA rookie single season scoring record in a thrilling game against the Dallas wings with 746 points in counting Clark's historic season has taken the league by storm but this is just the beginning could Clark be on the verge of an even greater achievement stay tuned as we dive into her incredible feat and what's next for this Rising Star the Indiana Fever hit the jackpot when they secured the first overall pick in the 2024 WNBA draft selecting Caitlyn Clark a generational Talent with an ability
to dominate games and Clark has lived up to the hype breaking records and cementing her place as one of the most electrifying rookies the league has ever seen on Sunday Clark added yet another Milestone to her already impressive resume breaking the WNBA single season rookie scoring record with 746 points this record-breaking moment came during a crucial match match up against the Dallas wings and the fever needed every bit of Clark's Brilliance to pull off the win Clark secured her place in history with a signature move a fadeaway jumper that pushed her past Simon augustus's record
of 744 points a record that had stood for 18 years but Clark isn't done yet with one game left in the regular season against the Washington Mystics she has 40 more minutes to Pat her record and make it even harder for future rookies to Chase fans are eagerly watching to see how high she can set the bar and considering how Unstoppable she's been we might witness even more history before the season is over Clark's 35-point performance against the wings was nothing short of Sensational she added eight assists and two rebounds to lead her team in
an intense back and forth battle alongside her backcourt partner Kelsey Mitchell who contributed 30 points Clark and Mitchell made WNBA history by becoming the first Duo to each score 30 plus points and hit six or more three-pointers in the same game their chemistry has been a driving force behind the fever's Resurgence this season the fever's narrow 110 109 victory over the wings was crucial as they fight to secure their place in the playoffs Indiana now holds a 2019 record and is battling to lock down the number six seed fending off the Phoenix Mercury a win
in their next game against the mystics will seal their spot but even if they lose they could still secure their seed if the Mercury falter in their final games the pressure is on but with Clark in top form the fever are more than capable of making a deep playoff run let's talk about the significance of Caitlyn Clark's rookie season Breaking the rookie scoring record is no small feat especially when you consider the player whose record she surpassed Simone Augustus was a legend in her own right and her record stood for nearly two decades for Clark
to break that in her first season speaks volumes about her Talent drive and ability to rise to the occasion Under Pressure Clark's impact goes beyond the numbers though she's transformed the fever into a playoff Contender a remarkable turnaround for a franchise that has struggled in recent years her leadership Poise and ability to score from anywhere on the court have made her the centerpiece of this team and her partnership with Kelsey Mitchell has given the fever one of the most dangerous backc courts in the WNBA while Clark has been setting records All Season she's not just
a one-dimensional player she's already set another WNBA rookie record with 329 assists showing that her playmaking ability is just as lethal as her scoring her ability to make her teammates better combined with her individual Brilliance has put her in the conversation for Rookie of the Year and potentially even MVP votes in the future Clark's historic season is just beginning to unfold the fever have already clinched a playoff spot and with the way Clark has been playing they have a legitimate shot at making noise in the postseason Clark's ability to step up in clutch moments has
been on full display all year and as the fever head into the playoffs they'll be leaning on their rookie star to guide them through the tough competition ahead this historic achievement comes at a time when the WNBA is seeing a surge in young Talent Clark's dominance adds to the growing list of young Stars taking the league by stor storm and her rivalry with players like araki Ogen ball and Angel Reese will continue to push the league to new heights the future of women's basketball looks bright and Clark is leading the charge but here's the real
question how much higher can Caitlyn Clark climb with one game left in the regular season and a playoff run looming Clark's rookie year is far from over could she continue to break records and lead the fever deep into the postseason stay tuned because the Caitlyn Clark Show is just getting started they want Joe Wilson made WNBA history in an incredible moment Wilson became the first player in league history to score 1,000 points in a single season and LeBron was quick to celebrate her achievement but what does this historic feat mean for Wilson's Legacy and the
aces Championship hopes let's break it all down the Las Vegas AC's star AA Wilson continues to redefine what it means to dominate the WNBA on Sunday during an 84 to 71 victory over the Connecticut Sun Wilson cemented her place in the record books by becoming the first player to score 1,000 points in a single season this Monumental achievement didn't go unnoticed especially by LeBron James who took to social media to congratulate Wilson on her historic performance LeBron's reaction came shortly after Wilson hit a fadeaway jumper from the elbow to score her onth point the aces
called timeout and her teammates immediately mobbed her celebrating the incredible accomplishment on Instagram LeBron shared photos of the moment showing Wilson surrounded by her team the crowd erupting as they witnessed history in the making as the wnba's two-time MVP and now potentially a third aah Wilson is having a season for the ages her ability to take over games and push her team to Victory is exactly why Lebron a fellow Superstar showed his support after all as someone who knows a thing or two about breaking scoring records LeBron's praise carries extra weight but Wilson's record-breaking performance
wasn't just about personal Milestones it's also been a key factor in the aces success this season with a 2513 record and a one-game lead over the Seattle Storm the aces have turned their early season struggles into momentum just in time for the playoffs Wilson's leadership and dominance have been the driving force behind the team's Resurgence and as they gear up for another championship run she's proving why she's the heart and soul of this Aces Squad AA Wilson isn't just dominating the scoring charts she's also been a beast on the boards averaging 12 rebounds per game
Wilson is just three rebounds away from breaking another WNBA record most rebounds in a single season while Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese currently holds the record Wilson's Relentless play in the final stretch of the Season gives her a chance to claim that title as well if Wilson pulls off both feats leading the league in points and rebounds there will be little doubt that she's the favorite to win another MVP this kind of historic play is why the aces are in a prime position to compete for their third consecutive WNBA title something only the now defunct
Houston Comets have done the pressure is high but the aces are peing at the right time winning seven of their last eight games and they'll need Wilson to continue her MVP caliber performances if they hope to achieve the elusive three Pat LeBron's hyped reaction to Wilson's success underscores the respect she commands from not only the WNBA but also NBA stars it's no surprise that James one of the greatest players in basketball history would celebrate someone who is redefining what greatness looks like in the WNBA and it's not just Lebron Miami Heats bam atab bio who
has been linked to Wilson in dating rumors also showed subtle support on social media further fueling speculation about their relationship yeah AIA AIA Wilson and she won Gold in women's basketball uh I guess that has something to do with bam in the heat huh being here today well we are super proud we're going to be presenting the keys in a moment Wilson's season isn't just about the numbers it's about her ability to lead and Inspire as the aces head into the playoffs her historic performance is giving her team the Boost they need to aim for
another title Wilson's leadership and determination have not only made her a candidate for another MVP award but have also positioned the aces as one of the favorites to win it all again with the regular season winding down and the playoffs approaching the Las Vegas Aces have one clear Advantage AA Wilson her ability to rise to the occasion in high pressure situations is reminiscent of LeBron's own career and just like LeBron has done countless times Wilson is showing that she can carry her team when it matters most if she continues playing at this level the aces
could very well add another championship Banner to their collection Wilson's performance this season averaging 27 points 12 rebounds and 2.6 blocks per game has been nothing short of dominant with only two games left before the playoffs Wilson has a chance to further solidify her Legacy not just with individual accolades but by helping the aces make history with a three Pat so will AIA Wilson historic season in with another MVP award and a third consecutive WNBA title with LeBron James and Bama Deo hyped about her success one thing is clear Wilson is already one of the
greatest to ever play the game but can she take the aces to the top once again stay tuned because the next chapter in her legendary career is just getting started who's the best player in the country to the media or me as you see it I feel like I'm the best player in the country country okay who's the second best player in the country people didn't notice the game they're noticing it now well that's because of Caitlyn Clark not Angel Reese but there's nothing about her game that's really interesting Caitlyn Clark is the best women's
basketball player any of us have ever seen Angel Reese recently made headlines with her controversial claims about being sexualized blaming Caitlyn Clark's fan base in a viral moment ree suggested she was targeted because of her appearance and online presence get to speak out on things just because I just try to ignore and I just try to stand strong like I've been through so much I've seen so much I've been attacked so many times death threats I've been sexualized I've been threatened I've been so many things and I've stood strong every single time re can control
what she does is she doesn't want people talking about her sexuality don't make your sexual the point of your Instagram page but fans aren't buying it Rees who has embraced a Barbie image on her Instagram now accuses cin Clark's fans of contributing to the negative attention people are calling this out as clout chasing and the connection to Clark feels forced what's really going on here is Angel Reese just using Caitlyn Clark's name to stay relevant meanwhile Caitlyn Clark's incredible performances in the WNBA continue to dominate headlines Caitlyn Clark is the best women's basketball player any
of us have ever seen breaking records and drawing huge audiences the comparisons between the two stars are becoming increasingly one-sided with Clark emerging as a generational Talent while Reese struggles to maintain consistency many are pointing to Reese's jealousy especially as Clark's star power overshadows her own the WNBA is now Under Fire for its handling of aggressive fouls targeting Caitlyn Clark one of the most talked about incidents involve Diamond to Shields here's Clark for 29 Points gets tripped UPN Clark and diamond with who committed a brutal foul against Clark during a high-profile WNBA game fans were
outraged and many are calling for WNBA commissioner Kathy Engelbert to address the League's growing safety concerns yet the league remains silent and this has fans demanding answers then what happens is Diamond The Shield's body blocks her like she's playing football running down the floor clearly runs right into her to knock her over flagrant foul call that's two more that's five free throws in a minute because y'all can't control y'allselves not because of the referees the question remains is the WNBA protecting its star players like Caitlyn Clark or are they dropping the ball this rivalry between
Angel Ree and Caitlyn Clark is about more than just basketball it's also fueling discussions about race and favoritism in the wmba some sensitivities of rivalries between players in the case of Angel ree who's just had to shut it down because of a wrist injury Caitlyn Clark who's continuing to play rivalry that goes back to their college days presumably but now it seems on some social media channels to have taken a darker turn a more menacing turn where race has been introduced into the conversation where sexuality is sometimes introduced into the conversation how do you try
and stay ahead of that uncharitable things about the one thing that's great about the league right now do sit at this intersection of of culture and Sport and fashion and music like the WNBA players are really looked at now as kind of cultural icons true and when you have that you have a lot of attention on you there's no more apathy everybody cares it is a little That Bird magic moment if you recall from 1979 when those two rookies came in from a big college rivalry one white one black Serena Williams a legendary name in
sports even weighed in telling Caitlyn Clark that critics are simply jealous of her UNM talent and Clark what advice would you have maybe for her I just love that she tries to stay grounded and she says she doesn't what she say she doesn't have a social she doesn't look at her social and I get it I I I don't either and I think it's so important to just to continue to do what she's doing and no matter what other people do then um if people are negative it's because they can't do what you do basically
and hopefully she'll continue to to do what she's doing so Clark continues to rise above the drama letting her onc Court skills do the talking while ree appears to focus on off Court narratives that detract from the game the fan base is growing tired of the unnecessary drama they're not tuning in to see these personal feuds they're here for the basketball and Caitlyn Clark is giving them just that Clark's presence has boosted WNBA viewership by 180% and led to sold out Arenas whenever she plays in contrast Reese's public statements seem more self-centered and the difference
in their approaches is becoming clear Caitlyn Clark is all about her team while Angel Reese appears to make it all about herself and I'm happy I mean they still got us they got one up on us so I'm just happy for the team and I want to make it about us I just want our team Chicago they came out tonight so I'm just happy for us as the WNBA continues to face backlash over these incidents the League's future is at a critical juncture Clark is driving the wnba's Resurgence but unless the league steps up to
protect her from the increasing aggression she faces they risk losing the momentum she's brought the constant comparisons between Clark and Reese are growing stale one is focused on winning while the others seems stuck in a cycle of self-promotion Caitlyn Clark has proven that she can handle the pressure but fans are concerned about the wnba's inability to protect its biggest star in a recent game Clark was on the receiving end of yet another aggressive foul this time from Angel Reese herself Clark Hammer Reese yep across the head and they will go to the monitor fans were
quick to label it a flagrant foul demanding stricter enforcement from the League this wasn't the first time Clark has been targeted and it won't be the last if the WNBA doesn't intervene Angel Reese on the other hand continues to make headlines for all the wrong reasons instead of focusing on her game she seems more interested in comparing herself to Caitlyn Clark Caitlyn is an amazing player and I've always thought she was amazing player we've been playing each other since high school like literally been playing each other since high school and like knowing that like there's
never been beef like we've talked trash to each other in a like that it's been that so so I think it's really just the fans her fans the but fans are seeing through the ACT every time you see Angel it's about her Caitlyn it's about the team one fan remarked this growing divide between the two players is emblematic of the larger issues within the WNBA the league needs to shift the focus back to basketball not personal drama despite the distractions Caitlyn Clark continues to shine over the past two months she has been in top form
setting records and leading her team to success her three-point shooting is on fire and she's already broken the franchise record for most three-pointers in a season whether at home or on the road fans are flocking to see her in action it's no wonder she's being hailed as the future face of the WNBA Clark's leadership goes beyond scoring she's become a fan favorite because of her ability to connect with the audience signing autographs taking pictures and lifting her teammates both on and off the court compare that to Angel Reese who seems more focused on her own
brand fans are beginning to ask who is really elevating the WNBA Clark or Reese the physicality in the WNBA is no joke but the aggression directed at Caitlyn Clark is reaching new levels sometimes your emotions get the best of you happened to me multiple times throughout the course of my career people are competitive it is what it is um you know and she's having a tremendous season she's played great basketball in my eyes probably in first place for sixth Player of the Year and you know it's just basketball at the end of the day you
know there's no grudges there's nothing like that it's a sport it's competitive it's not going to be nice all the time that's not what basketball is and I think people that play that fans are not only concerned about player safety but are also frustrated by the League's lack of action some are even threatening to boycott the WNBA if they don't step up and protect their players you know when's the last time I watch a WNBA game never till today I've still not watched a WNBA game Caitlin Clark is single-handedly bringing in record-breaking crowds and attention
but if the WNBA doesn't address the issues surrounding her they risk losing everything she work to build Serena Williams recent praise for Caitlyn Clark underscores the impact Clark is having on not just the WNBA but the World of Sports Williams told Clark no matter what people do it's because they can't do what you do it's a powerful statement that reflects the level of respect Clark has earned across the sports Community as Clark continues to stay grounded and focused on her performance Angel Reese's attempts to stir controversy are looking more and more like desperate grabs for
attention the Rivalry between Clark and Reese reached new New Heights when Clark was once again fouled aggressively sparking outrage among fans many labeled it as a flagrant foul and called on the WNBA to enforce stricter penalties this wasn't the first time Clark has been targeted and fans are growing increasingly frustrated with the League's in action the comparisons between Caitlyn Clark and Angel ree are starting to feel one-sided with Clark continuing to rise as the League's biggest star while ree struggles to stay relevant Caitlyn Clark is actually very very skilled Angel Reese has none she's an
energy player she that that's it she's not a skilled basketball player and people are starting to point that out she's not going to like it as the WNBA navigates this critical period Caitlyn Clark's performances are setting new standards for the league her ability to lead her team both with her scoring and Leadership is unmatched fans are loving her style of play and her impact is undeniable but as Clark continues to break records and Elevate the WNBA the constant comparisons to Angel Reese are becoming tiresome one player is focused on the team while the other seems
more focused on herself the WNBA is at a Crossroads the league needs to protect its star players address the ongoing safety concerns and refocus on the game itself Kaylin Clark has brought unprecedented attention to the WNBA and the league has a chance to capitalize on her success but first they need to step up and address the deeper issues that are holding them back what are your thoughts on the angel Reese and Caitlyn Clark rivalry is is the WNBA doing enough to protect its players and address the growing tensions drop your comments below and don't forget
to like And subscribe for more WNBA updates and Analysis stay tuned as we continue to follow this unfolding story thanks for watching what is Caitlyn Clark doing to set off any of this negativity Caitlin Clark goes to work every day and plays basketball and plays basketball well and she stays off of social media she's not sub tweeting she's not doing all this she's not doing extra any extracurricular things the WNBA world is in chaos and Caitlyn Clark is at the center of it all legendary Hall of Famer Cheryl swoops has been caught throwing major shade
at Clark and the basketball Community is buzzing but what's even more shocking Rachel deita a former division War basketball player and well-known media figure has jumped into the debate to defend Clark and she isn't holding back we have to talk about Caitlyn Clark's number one hater Cheryl swoops is this a generational clash between between old Legends and new stars or is there something more at play stay tuned as we break down the controversy that's shaking up the WNBA and its fan base Caitlyn Clark is no stranger to making headlines and her rise to stardom in
the WNBA has been nothing short of extraordinary from her debut she has been a game changer breaking records left and right while captivating fans with her electrifying style of play whether it's draining three-pointers from Way Beyond The Arc or making game-changing assist assist Clark has proven that she is a generational Talent her performance has not only transformed the Indiana Fever but has also increased the visibility of the entire WNBA Clark's ability to dominate the court paired with her competitive Spirit has quickly made her the face of the league she consistently puts up huge numbers averaging
25 points per game and leading her team to victories they hadn't seen in years she is also the leading candidate for Rookie of the Year and accolade that seems all but guaranteed at this point yet despite her undeniable talent and impressive numbers Clark has faced an unusual amount of backlash some of it stems from older players who seem to resent the amount of attention she is getting the biggest name to voice criticism none other than WNBA Legends Cheryl swoops Cheryl swoops a Hall of Famer in three-time MVP is no stranger to success in women's basketball
she paved the way for future Generations and solidified her place as one of the greatest players to ever step onto a WNBA court so why is she Throwing Shade at Caitlyn Clark in a recent interview swoops made comments that seem to discredit Clark's achievements she claimed that Clark's record-breaking numbers are less impressive because she had an extra year of Eligibility due to covid-19 according to swoop if you're going to break a record to me if it's legitimate you have to break that record in the same amount of time that that player said it so if
if Kelsey Plum set that record in 4 years mhm well Caitlyn should have broke that record in 4 years but because there's a CO year and then there's another year you know what I mean so she's already had an extra year to break that record by having more time swoops implied that Clark's record is somehow less legitimate swoops didn't stop there she also criticized Clark's style of play suggesting that Clark takes an excessive number of shots per game about 40 by her count how much more experience that gives you over other players coming in right
so people say dang like he or she's killing them but you have a 25-year-old playing against a 20-year-old mhm like you you should be killing them yeah cuz you've been doing it a lot longer than they have Clark right now probably takes about 40 shots a game this comment immediately raised eyebrows as it seemed like an attempt to diminish Clark's accomplishments rather than celebrate them fans were quick to react with many defending Clark and pointing out that records are meant to be broken but it wasn't just fans who spoke up Rachel deita a former division
one basketball player and host of NBA 2K TV decided she couldn't stay silent any longer Rachel deita has become a well-known figure in basketball circles both as a former player and as a media personality when she heard Cheryl swoops his comments about Caitlyn Clark she took to social media to offer a passionate defense of the young star deita didn't mince words Cheryl swops hating Caitlyn Clark so much that she literally can't even say her name it's like Caitlyn Clark is the Voldemort if Cheryl swoops was Harry Potter like literally cannot cannot say Caitlyn Clark's name
it is so bizarre she called swoops remarks baseless and accused her of being jealous of Clark's success whether you think she's the greatest basketball player to come out of college or not doesn't mean that you should throw shade and not include her in discussions it just makes you look Petty it just makes you look jealous and it just makes you look like a hater deita pointed out that much of the criticism aimed at Clark seems to come from a place of Envy How could a young player like Caitlyn Clark who is bringing so much attention
to the WNBA face this kind of backlash from a legend like swoops according to deita it's simple Clark's success has threatened the Old Guard in her post deita suggested that instead of tearing down young Talent veterans like swoops should be celebrating them Clark isn't just a great player she's growing the league attracting new fans and bringing attention to the sport the numbers back this up WNBA viewership skyrocketed by 180% and ticket sales are up significantly largely thanks to players like Clark deita argued that this kind of growth should be celebrated not criticized What's Happening Here
is more than just a simple spat between two basketball figures this controversy reflects a bigger issue in sports the tension between the Old Guard and the new generation Cheryl swoops a three-time MVP and Hall of Famer represents the legends of the WNBA klin Clark on the other hand represents the new era of athletes who are breaking records gaining massive media attention and helping the WNBA grow faster than ever it's no secret that the WNBA has seen a surge in viewership ticket sales and media coverage largely thanks to players like Caitlyn Clark Clark has brought new
fans to the game and her influence is undeniable just look at the numbers WNBA viewership jumped by 180% and ticket sales are through the roof much of that can be attributed to the hype surrounding Clark but the question remains why are some of the League's veterans seemingly reluctant to embrace this change swoops comments suggest that the older generation might feel their legacy as being overshadowed in a surprising turn of events Cheryl swoops was reportedly pulled from broadcasting a game involving Caitlyn Clark the WNBA allegedly made the move due to concerns about swoops his ability to
call Clark's games fairly we're like did Cheryl swoops get fired they took her off this game and a lot of people were also happy about that because we don't know what her commentary would have been like with the fever on the court rumors are swirling that the decision came after swoops was accused of racism with some saying she harbored bias against Clark so for people to com at me and say that I made those comments because I'm a racist like first of all black people can't be racist um I have like no issues with Caitlyn
this news sent shock waves through the WNBA Community fans players and commentators alike weighed in on the situation with many questioning if swoops his comments were rooted in jealousy racial bias or simply a refusal to acknowledge Clark's greatness this drama caught the mention of big names in sports media including stepen A Smith there seems to be some haterade in the league in regards to clock starting with WNBA Legend Cheryl swoops herself never want to shy away from controversy Stephen A took issue with swoops for praising the Indiana Fever but failing to even mention Caitlyn Clark
in one of his fiery rants he asked how anyone could praise the fever without giving credit to the player who is without a doubt their biggest star he called swoops out for letting her personal feelings Cloud her judgment yes I did listen to your entire podcast you didn't mention Caitlyn Clark so I was right number one number two your personal relationship what that got to do with your coverage ain't nobody said don't mention them ain't nobody said don't applaud them nobody told you to ignore them and that critique resonated with many fans Clark's WNBA peers
have also weighed in some have shown support for Clark acknowledging that while breaking records is great winning championships is ultimately what matters but there's no denying that Clark's presence in the league is having a massive impact and the numbers don't lie as deita pointed out the attention viewership and financial support that Clark has brought to the WNBA are undeniable at the heart of this debate is a question that needs answering is the backlash Caitlyn Clark is receiving really about her breaking records or is there something deeper going on Rachel deita made it clear that the
hate directed at Clark feels personal whether it's jealousy frustration with the new era or just the natural tension between different generations of players it's clear that Clark is a target Cheryl swoops his comments about Clark's achievements sparked outrage because they seem dismissive and unfair it's one thing to critique a players performance it's another to undermine their entire career swoops questioned whether Clark's records should even count simply because she had time to break them but as deita pointed out records are meant to be broken and every player has a different path but the drama doesn't end
here as Caitlyn Clark continues to break records and push the boundaries of what's possible in the WNBA it's clear that the tension between the old and new generations is only going to intensify will Clark's haters finally give her the respect she deserves or will the backlash continue to grow and how will Legends like Cheryl swoops navigate this New Era of women's basketball one thing's for sure Caitlyn Clark is here to stay and her impact on the game is just beginning but the question remains will the wnba's veterans embrace the change or will the league continue
to be divided between the past in the future make sure to drop your thoughts in the comments is Caitlyn Clark unfairly criticized or do Legends like Cheryl swoops have a point let us know what you think and stay tuned for more updates on this ongoing drama how much more experience that gives you over other players coming in right so people say dang like he or she's killing them but you have a 25-year-old playing against a 20-year-old mhm like you you should be killing them yeah cuz you've been doing it a lot longer than they have
Clark right now probably takes about 40 shots a game M here go Cheryl swoops has been stirring up controversy in the WNBA particularly with her critical comments about Rising Superstar Caitlyn Clark this season swoops has made no secret of her jealousy but her latest actions have taken things to a whole new level ESPN the network that's been closely following Caitlyn Clark's meteoric rise has highlighted her impact on the WNBA numerous times making swoops criticism even more surprising Diamond the shields recently made headlines in WNBA news for an aggressive play against Caitlyn Clark sparking intense debate
among WNBA fans Imagine This D Shields intercepts Clark at half court during a key Indiana Fever game not with just any foul but with a clear frustration driven play The Fallout from this incident was immediate with WNBA analysts and fans calling it out as a dirty play against Caitlin Clark it wasn't okay it was a plag rile igniting a firestorm of controversy the aftermath of diamond The Shield's actions didn't stop at just criticism the shields faced a barrage of backlash including receiving racist threats uh Diamond The Shield received racist threats after Caitlyn Clark flagrant fou
which highlighted ongoing issues within the WNBA Community but amid this storm cherol swoops stood out as a vocal supporter of the shields continuing her narrative against Caitlyn Clark swoops tweeted head up kid hate will not win you are covered and there's nothing these evil people can do about that all love for you this tweet while supportive of the shields had significant consequences for swoops leading to her removal from the WNBA broadcast team for the highly anticipated fever versus Dallas Wings game a pivotal WNBA matchup when questioned by WNBA fans who were eager to hear her
commentary swoops didn't hold back respond responding with the now famous phrase not today Satan but let's be honest supporting WNBA players who engage in potentially dangerous career-threatening actions isn't a good look for a WNBA Legend like swoops this incident isn't isolated it's just the latest in a series of actions that suggest jealousy and resentment towards Caitlyn Clark one of the most talked about players in women's basketball today Stephen A Smith a well-known Sports commentator frequently featured on ESP in has consistently defended Caitlin Clark and this time was no different Smith didn't hesitate to call out
Cheryl swoops for her biased and baseless criticism of Clark no no no no no no C no cait Clark respectfully Cheryl swoops you have any idea how that makes you look you have any idea how that serves to stain any kind of critique of Caitlyn Clark the Caitlyn Clark effect isn't just a buzzword it's a real phenomenon in women's basketball driving WNBA viewership and attendance to new heights Caitlyn Clark is redefining the game every time she steps onto the court breaking WNBA records and setting new standards for what's possible in women's sports but with greatness
comes envy and swoops his actions seem to reflect the challenges that come with being a Trailblazer like Caitlyn Clark the tension between Cheryl swoops and Caitlyn Clark goes back to Clark's college basketball days swoops openly questioned whether Clark's skills would translate to the WNBA even suggesting that angel Reese's game was better suited for professional play swoops confidently predicted that Clark wouldn't dominate the WNBA immediately like no it's not going to be that easy so will Caitlyn Clark be a good Pro absolutely will Caitlyn Clark come into the WNBA and do what she's doing right now
immediately absolutely not not gonna happen Okay but as we've seen Caitlyn Clark has exceeded all expectations proving her doubters wrong at every turn but swoops didn't stop at questioning Clark's abilities she also criticized Clark's NC scoring record dismissing it as a result of volume shooting rather than skill going to break a record to me if it's legitimate you have to break that record in the same amount of time that that player said it so if if Kelsey Plum set that record in four years mhm well Caitlyn should have broke that record in four years but
because there's a CO year and then there's another year you know what I mean so she's already had an extra year to break that record so is it truly a broken record yeah that'll go in the record books as Caitlyn Clark is the alltime whatever it is I don't even know what the number is but that's the way it'll be and and I don't think it should be however swoops got several keys facts wrong she claimed that Caitlyn Clark took advantage of an extra year of Eligibility due to covid-19 playing 5 years of college basketball
in reality Clark played the standard four years just like Kelsey Plum the previous record holder what's more Caitlyn broke the record in fewer Games showing that it wasn't just about taking more shots but making them count swoops also exaggerated by stating that Caitlyn Clark takes 40 shots per game when in truth Clark's average is closer to 19 shots per game and perhaps the most glaring mistake swoops claim that Caitlyn is 25 years old when she's actually just 22 how much more experience that gives you over other players coming in right so people say dang like
he or she's killing them but you have a 25-year-old playing against a 20-year-old mhm like you you should be killing them yeah cuz you've been doing it a lot longer than they have Clark right now probably takes about 40 shots a game these inaccuracies have led many WNBA fans and analysts to question whether swoops his criticism is based on facts or personal bias what Cheryl swoops fails to acknowledge is the Monumental impact Caitlyn Clark is having on women's basketball and the WNBA as a whole Caitlyn Clark is bringing more attention to the WNBA than ever
before inspiring a new generation of young female fale athletes and drawing in a wider audience to the league instead of uplifting the next generation of WNBA players swoops seems intent on undermining their success but this isn't just about Caitlyn it's about the future of the WNBA supporting Caitlyn Clark means supporting the growth and evolution of women's basketball despite the backlash Cheryl swoops eventually issued an apology though many found it less than sincere she defensively stated that black people can't be rap rist a comment that did little to menend the situation I'm going to say this
and then I want to like be done with this whole conversation so for people to comment me and say that I made those comments because I'm a racist like first of all black people can't be racist meanwhile Caitlyn Clark continues to break records in her rookie WNBA season solidifying her place in the history of the WNBA from holding the WNBA single game assist record to becoming the youngest player to achieve consecutive double doubles in points and assists Caitlyn's accomplishments are rewriting the WNBA record books yet Cheryl swoops seems determined to ignore these achievements it's becoming
clear that this isn't just a case of casual criticism it's starting to look like a personal Vendetta and people are taking notice even Stephen A Smith known for his outspoken views on ESPN couldn't stay silent he publicly criticize swoops for her blatant bias against Clark Clark and the FIFA currently lead the WNBA in in average game attendance and per game TV viewership but despite the attendance and viewership records there seems to be some haterade in the league in regards to Clark starting with WNBA Legend Cheryl swoops herself the statistics don't lie Caitlyn Clark is leading
the Indiana Fever to new heights with the team boasting the highest average game attendance and TV viewership in the WNBA and yet swoops refuses to give Caitlyn the credit she deserves instead Cheryl swoops continues to praise other fever players like Lexi Hall Kelsey Mitchell and Aaliyah Boston while conspicuously leaving Caitlyn Clark out of the conversation this Indiana team I'm going to say shout out to Lexi Hull I'm a Big Lexi Hull fan watch her in AU Lexi Hull shot the leather off the ball in their game against Seattle and just couldn't Miss pelsey Mitchell is
just broke it she is just shooting the basketball aiyah Boston almost a triple double this Omission is becoming increasingly difficult for WNBA fans to ignore especially as Caitlyn continues to set new records and drive the success of the Indiana Fever swoops is refusal to acknowledge Clark's contributions is not only Petty but also damaging to her own reputation as a WNBA Legend and the criticism doesn't end there swoops went as far as to suggest that Caitlyn's success is due to having better teammates at the fever compared to Angel Reese's situation at the Chicago sky with Caitlyn
Clark and Angel Reese locked in a tight race for WNBA Rookie of the Year swoops his dismissal of Clark's Talent is almost laughable so what's next in this unfolding drama as Caitlyn Clark continues to rise in the WNBA will the league and its Legends like Cheryl swoops finally give her the recognition she deserves or will a shadow of jealousy continue to loom over her achievements one thing is certain this story is far from over
