Robin discusses the respect shown by Kelsey Plum and Jackie Young of the Las Vegas Aces toward Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark. For more coverage from Robin check out Women's Fastbreak On SI! www.si.com/onsi/womens-fastbr...
Im.A fan and don't want anyone babying her.but the abuse she took bordered on assault and battery! It was ridiculous..even NBA guys spoke out about it.
I am a Caitlin fan and we don’t expect babying her but no attacking her . About time people give her the respect that she deserves and have earned. We need Sudes to respect her and give her the encouragement and support that she needs and deserves.
@@1Ggirl1959the NBA hypocrites that made excuses for Draymond Green? Their credibility is nothing. In you get hit in any sport and mumble assault and battery, you will definitely find yourself out of the league. None of those NBA players would dare say they were assaulted and battered. If its because they're women then we need to stop comparing NBA to WNBA cause that ain't it.
You gotta give it to CC too that when Kah Copper jawed at her when CC protected the ball from hitting her head- she held her cool. And Kah even came back and apologized in the next dead ball. CC really does respect the other players- and it’s the players buying into the media madness that has prevented the vets from getting on board up to this point. And that’s not CC’s fault. She’s showing respect and paying her dues. She’s just trying to play.
I love that the veterans are finally showing her kindness. Jackie Young’s move was top-notch! I didn’t know Jackie Young until this game and now I’m a fan. Doesn’t cost anything to be kind to the new players.
What do you mean by 'the veterans are FINALLY showing her kindness?' In what way were they not kind before? Do you think DT stating the FACTS about how difficult it is to transition from college to the WNBA was UNKIND? I am a BIG fan of CC but I am sooooo fed up of you toxic kinds of fans. STEUPS!
@@PardonMyPresence If that was all she brings to game was shooting you might be right. As a rookie she is in first or second place for Assists and 3's. She draws double teams that open up her team mates You just sound like a hater.
@@PardonMyPresence She got a double double that night AND she was the one who rallied the rest of the team and kept a 2 point game for the first 3 quarters, but the girl can't do everything herself. If they'd protect her, she'd be shooting 3's all day.
And the reality is that's ALL the majority of CC's fans want 2c!!! Not saying that's all of her fans. It serves to DRAWS US MORE into the WNBA w/ seeing her treated w/ respect by the vets for NOT just their amazing game, skills & achievements but for their all around character & great sportsmanship!!! It's very similar as we've watched the connections that built in the past # wks & games w/ CC & Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston & Smith, Wheeler as they've really grown & developed & has become more obvious in their play on the team!!!
I don't think that is the reason. I think it was the statement that Caitlin made about not getting in-game advice from vets and the look on her face when she said it.
@@malebovinemanureThat comment struck me too. It was the 1st time I felt real hurt coming from CC & really felt 4 her. Some of the oth crap has course bothered me, but as CC has said, "It is, what it was," & come w/ being a rookie. But Its bothered & shocked me, how some in the media have accused her of 'playing the victim' in that moment. 1st of all, they directly asked her the spec question about vets & advice she received!!! CC has ever ONLY answered their questions & hasn't said anything really. She's taken everything on the chin. She has downplayed any foul done her making it better than what it is. And even when asked this question, she still answered it briefly. I definitely hope u're right!!! I do believe that the majority of fans genuinely want 2 root for the whole WNBA!!! There are some sadly who will always breed nastiness. CC has been wise in that she's kept off of social media as much as she can.
I definitely think that’s part of the reason. They love Kate clearly amd Caitlin is her best friend and Kate is able to make sure they know that Caitlin isn’t some self absorbed snob and that she respects them and how good they are and just wants to help elevate the league. Also I think that great players and teams are secure enough in themselves and their abilities and see playing Clark as a opportunity to get more eyes on the game and themselves so they can show off their own abilities.
I have definitely thought about Kate's influence on the Aces. Kate is so genuinely straight shooting, and she has been super direct about her love and respect for CC. She is a pipeline of love from the Aces to CC. Kate is another great model of how two sides can come together.
i think it was more that CC was a massive disruption to an ecosystem. No matter how poorly the WNBA had done financially, it was a settled ecosystem. CC created massive uncertainty. But now most of them see that they're all on the same side.
The vets don’t like that girl lol the vets actually like Reese and Cordosa! Clark’s fans just bully the vets into shaking her hand by harassing them in their comments on social media 😂😂 that girl is not likable simply bc of her fanbase! Blame yourselves!
Clark's under an unusal amount of pressure. The thing is she didn't show up making any claims, the kid's been humble from the beginning. Her confidence has taken a hit, and she's not getting the same help others do finding clean shots. Bottom line is, most people don't appreciate her next level passing, and she's going to have to figure out a way to start putting the ball in the cup on her own. I'd like to see 25+ a game and 6-10 assists.
It's about time. Give Caitlin her well deserved flowers. Nobody has to crown her MVP, but at the very least, be fair to her. She is the standard of sportswomanship.
Well said!!! Cause I do think some of CC's fans lose ALL credibility when they say CC is the best Women Basketball player in the WNBA right now. Plus true fans of a sport want to c a great competitive game w/ players playing hard!!! It's the oth flagrant stuff that makes it come enjoyable to watch.
The vet's have respect for someone who does not whine or complain. Caitlin took all of it and stood the course. This earns her place in the league with those that came before her.
I'm new to the WNBA and I really disliked Taurasi for her early remarks. Today however I really respect Taurasi. Its so great to see game recognizing game. Mad props to Taurasi
You should watch the full clip of DT's preseason remarks. It was about the transition from NCAAW to WNBA. That it's a bigger leap in talent than folks expect. And she mentioned that all the greats have challenges adjusting. And it was a call for patience more than anything else. The only thing vaguely personal is that some folks' game translates better than others. And most importantly, she was correct on all fronts. She is not nearly as dominant as she was in the NCAAW, and her skills were harder to translate, due to lack of quickness. What Caitlin has accomplished is admirable, no question, and it's clear she'll continue to improve, but it's hardly what her stans expected going in.
Yes, if you see what she said in context, she wasn’t dissing CC. Who in their right mind thinks that a rookie won’t have their challenges move up to the next level no matter how good they are?
@@mezzb Clark has blown by plenty of quick defenders, no one else in the league has dealt with the degree of coverage as Caitlin. She just keeps adjusting.
Maybe it was just a matter of time for players to get past their own prejudice to open their eyes and hearts to the fact that there is absolutely no reason not to respect, encourage, and appreciate Caitlin Clark. On and off the court she brings nothing but shine to the WNBA and all the players in it. It is SO good to see players and vets step up and show a little kindness and respect, yet play their best basketball against her. Honestly, this makes me respect these players and the WNBA even more. It's exactly the kind of sportsmanship this league needs.
I didn't catch what Jackie Young did, tying her shoe and checking to see if Clark was ok! That was so sweet! Hopefully acts of kindness and love will spread through out the WNBA!!❤❤❤❤❤
This is a good start for the league..first, with Taurasi and Griner which was witnessed by millions; then, at this game..showmanship displayed by Aces star players. I think now they realized this is for the benefit of all of them and their league, hope it keeps going//
Spot on Conrodary and sportsmanship is vital to this survival Plus I like seeing it Vegas earned my respect They are a class organization less by a hall of Fame coach
I understand their previous perception. I feel like all the goat vets were like: "Why her, why now? Why not me?" And then they truly saw her play. Not film. In the trenches. And they couldn't deny it any longer. Well except for taurasi being like "when I think about her, I think about what she does for her team." Not what CC has done for the sport of basketball.
It is too bad how the Season started. It's been shown how some the NBA basketball players would talk about & treat while rookie player off the court & how different it was than on the court playing competitively!!! There was stark contrast between them & how CC was talked about. I do think the majority of the fans want to see this more, vets embracing the rookies etc.
Aces and Fever players were helping each other up after play was over. Great sportsmanship by both teams unlike the Chicago Sky. The Aces are a great team. The Fever may get there in a few years if they get the right players.
@@ReneLuis-ge7df it's pathetic and becoming so boring. What's so special or not so special if your opponent does not help you up. It's a competition for crying out loud so suck it up. If you want to compare Fever ve Sky why didn't the Fever players go about helping Sky players up or it's the duty of all Fever opponents to help Fever players up when they beat Fever but not the other way when Fever wins. Hypocrites who are always looking for any opportunity to speak I'll of their Star's opponents. Slither away like the snakes you are with you salty tears.
perfect analysis. it was apparent even before the game started that the Aces as a team were showing love to CC and the fever. Someone new came to the league, and there was a lot of uncertainty. But now the vets realize that they're all on the same side with CC.
CC is halfway through the season and playing well, learning the ropes , setting records, showing respect to the vets. She's done all that was asked of her and more, so yeah she's earned respect.
The Aces are a really good team.A'ja is a beast. Is there anything she can't do? Defend, score under the basket, even shoot the 3. And you gotta love Kelsey Plum. What a competitor.. She's like the Energizer bunny..
Kelsey Plumb embrace was cool she talks most trash about how Aces sold out before she did not include how the Arena sold out 20 K plus in a couple days for one reason to see Allstar CC. I think playing in Allstar game will help interacting with vets it will be good for her
That is not true. If you are going to state things be factual. KP was indeed correct. It has been sold out at the home stadium. THEN they moved it. And that was not 20K that was 8K. Geezus, yall kill me
I'll bet some of these vets would love to be on the receiving end of some of those dimes from CC! When she's not hitting 3s, I'm loving the passes...amazing is right!
I like Jackie Young!! You could see her looking at Caitlin, the whole time she bent over & tied her shoe!! Yes, I think it could have been intentional! That was cute!! The rookie mimics the Vet, tying her shoe! Young gave Clark advice in a subtle way, and Clark took it!! I'm sure the Vets are watching Everything about Clark, including her interviews. Maybe they thought "hey, maybe this girl hasn't come in this league to think she can just take over"! (When Clark made the Vet advice comment).
Aces are the class of the WNBA Is why. Becky Hammond has assembled a group of high quality players of good character. They are very picky about who is allowed in their locker room. Also, Taurasi took a lot of heat for what she said about CC22 coming into the league. She didn’t say it to be malicious. She was keeping it real. Taurasi is a titan of the game yet she met her heir apparent with a big smile and a hug. They were even joking around during the game. After the game DT showered her with compliments even though her team lost.
I think when the Reporter asked CAITLIN “What is the best Advise if any from a Player She has been given ?” and CAITLIN said “I get NONE, I wish.” This probably got some WNBA Players to realize CAITLIN would Enjoy any Advise from WNBA Players.
The Aces were already the ppl who would act like they did for their game. They are super classy. I'm here for it. My favorite team not because they win and hoop. Because the type of sportsmanship they bring to the W. ❤️
I agree with one of the commentators, who wrote “Diana Tarasi is the Don of the WNBA.” A head nod from Tarasi was a green light for the rest of the league concerning Caitlin😊.
@@onipepperonni2088 NAH indeed. Diana does not dictate to ANYONE but her team mates most likely. She definitely CAN'T dictate to the Aces, especially Aja.
She going to be totally accepted after the all-star break. The top players will get a chance to spend time with her in a friendly environment. Especially in practice
When you have probably the most competitive player in the league in Diana Taurasi giving Clark love, it definitely makes it harder for other players to justify being so harsh to Clark.
@@geronimopratt7976 Make that THREE. Just like I did not see the Fever winning last night's game against the ACES. Some people just living in la la land.
@@par1crO31I don't disagree but it's how she came across!!! Some sports Media shows have played side by side comments made by NBA vets when certain rookies were drafted, it is DRASTICALLY DIFFERENT than how D.T came off!!!!!
They llove playing in front of 18,000 spectators, selling merchandise, being on TV, flying charter.. make no mistake,...it is because of Clark. If the league embraces her and gets on board they have a shot of being a respectable league and not the shit show it has been foe the last 15 years. She will improve EVERYTHING!
Game knows game! The league, commissioner, the scheduling, coaches, media, players and even teammates did everything to take CC down a notch. She remain classy through out. No other player gets the face guarding CC gets, or the blitzing that she gets and yet she still dominates the opposing coaches focus to force the ball out of her hands. The elite players know deep inside that what CC is doing despite the attention and focus on her, they can’t totally stop her from influencing the outcome of the game.
Aces want her on their team lol. Won't be surprised if A'ja storms the front office and demands a 4 year plan to snatch Caitlin away from the Fever. And they have the perfect bait. CC's BFF.
All great players earned the respect of her fellow great players by being who they are consistently! CC is not their to show everyone up, she's their to bring out the best in her fellow competitors. Win, lose, or draw its all about the love of the game, and the competition of the game for CC. And that attracts the fans, the players, the owners attention, which draws the fans money to the sport.
ABSOLUTELY!!! I never thot as a CC fan & now a fan of Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell in particular, watching the Fever play & grow that they'd beat the Aces!!! But overall I do believe most fans respect the combination of great athleticism & great character in an professional athlete!!! In all honesty, I probably have seen Kelsey Plum A LOT more in Sports Media prior to the WNBA starting this season than oth W player!!! It wldn't surprise me if new fans of the WNBA have known who Plum is first!!!
Blah blah blah. Sabrina shot 1-10 in 3 pointers the other night. Some days you have it, some days you don’t. Same with Plum. I’ve watched games she couldn’t hit anything.
You all are like bullies … you are anti-other, anti-wnba and venomous (bullies) in your posts and then when people start responding to all that vitriol, you all claim that you are being hated on and buckle down … … I have found it embarrassing… so, on that, per the original post: can we’ll please just move on from that - use CC as an example of how to be diplomatic and rise above the hate. Really enjoying the overall evolution of the Fever team and seeing the WNBA greats in general … … Signed, an Iowa native/grad and newbie Fever fan.
I am a CC fan & I have been embarrassed & little horrified seeing some of the hateful things said about some players. I never comment cause I'm not on Twitter. I've never have been for this kind of reason!!! Sadly some of these fans, I don't know, if they'll ever change?!?!
Now lets enjoy these players and what they bring to the game. These rooks are earning their respect across the board. I love to see the support these vets are starting to show towards the rooks and the encouragement they show on the court especially. They're finally getting to a place where they can respect one another. All of these women are giving their all and to see the vets giving love and praise shows growth and muturity. Its not perfect but I've noticed the difference. CC is a great player and so is Reese and what they bring to the W is amazing. I love them both and want to see them prosper. I am excited to see th two rooks on the same team in the All-Star game.
It's nice to see but I don't think they had any choice. Caitlin's fan base is massive. People come from other countries to watch her play. Iowa fans are very loyal and travel really well. We don't really have any professional teams so the college teams get the attention. You just can't stop CC. She's faced this her whole life. Iowa girls are tough. I know. I have three sisters.
But it's a start!!! It will help them & actually benefit them though in the long run!!! I think for most of us CC's fans we noticed when there was an apparent shift in how Aliyah Boston & Kelsey Mitchell were playing & connecting on & off the court!!! And it's how we've gotten to known them!!! And now have seen a start w/ some of the vets. {However, w/ the Olympics, if I'm honest, I still have 0 desire to watch Women's Basketball!!! 🏀 }
Maybe the players are learning They said CC has to earn respect it not given That the same goes for them They have to earn the respect of spectators and sponsors This is to play the game not the person and respect will be earnt All the public wants to see is quality fare sport so they can support several players
A watered down league. We definitely can't compare it to the NBA now. Steph would never help Dame get up off the floor after a foul. NBA just don't do stuff like that.
Vets realized the CC's popularity bringing in ATTENDANCE and VIEWERSHIP to the WNBA. The VETS are riding CC's surfboard, not just out of respect, but also to at "least get a part of her fan base to watch their games". Aside from that, VETS realizes CC's resilience, humility, unselfishness and love for the fun of playing basketball
That's why it's STILL insane that CC is NOT on the Olympics team!!!! I still won't be watching the Womens Basketball during it. I just have 0 desire!!! They got what they wanted!!!
@@tammyboon6259when you can realize that team USA is an entity outside of the WNBA, then your blood pressure will cease. No matter how upset you get this is a fact. Look at it like some of the women work for 2 different employers. Which is exactly whats going on. During the Olympic tryouts CC was in the tournament. None of the tournament girls could tryout because they were playing. I know you want them to make exceptions, but that's where unfairness comes into play. Why set rules if you just gonna throw them aside to do what you want? Rules always have to be equal, favors can go to the pushed.
@@mezzb that makes no sense.. you don’t think that Kate was asked about her? What she is like? Or when ppl talk shit about her she doesn’t say “hey she really cool if you get to know her” as far as the hate.. probably more jealousy.. and that you can’t deny… if you do, you would sound silly
The Aces are so good, that team has been respectful toward the Fever and CC. They do play 2-3 defenders on CC all the time and she makes great passes because she can’t shoot with 2-3 of her own players wide open, but her team can’t make the wide open shots like the Aces do. Tough situation to be on a loosing team her rookie year.
Yeah I think it’s clear that it gains you popularity points with her fanbase if you’re respectful and don’t act bitter or jealous. Nobody wants people to bow down to her.. people just want other players to show her the same respect she gives them. For some reason Angel just doesn’t get that. Even Chennedy Carter kinda figured that out but not Angel. I’m excited to see Caitlin and Angel on the all star team together though.. I think their playing styles might compliment each other!
I've been saying for the past few weeks that the worst thing that CC's fan could do was to boycott watching the WNBA games when 1 fan suggested this!!!! It was ludicrous to me, b/c I KNEW the best accountability was how many eyeballs 👀 were on the game!!!!
@@Zarab923Reese is not going to like Clark when her boyfriend and brother were literally liking racist tweets about her. Also, Clark’s fanbase consists of ppl in Reese comments calling her a thug and other racist slurs. I wouldn’t like Clark either when all of these things are done to Reese in defense of Clark.
Thanks for mentioning this. Thank you for pointing out this positive change. Watching this game makes me want to watch more of the WNBA. They were very kind. Let’s face it, we’re all tired of the fighting we see every day in our lives. We just want to watch something that is entertaining and exhibits common decency.
Wilson's interview after the Fever game says it all for me. Wilson was feeling a GOOD Vibe, that signals all the DRAMA is over! Thank God! So going froward it's all about the WNBA Games. It's unfortunate it didn't start out at the beginning of the season that way, but I'm glad to see it now! All love to the WNBA
Taurusi green lit a seeming transition from acceptable snark to show respect it’s been earned. It changed my heart towards her and the following kindness and respect from Taurasi’s coach to Young & Plum have made me feel better about participating in the WNBA. I’m a CC fan, hence a Fever fan but I want to watch good teams and root for great players who also behave like decent, mature, respectful humans. I’m bummed the Fever lost but feel better about it given those nice moments!!
Agreed! DT shifted the tone of negativity against CC. It's a lot more fun to just watch basketball which is all I wanna do and skip all the nastiness or violence because so many of those files should be flagrant twos and so that people can get ejected from the game because somebody's gonna get hurt..
DT was talking in Spanish saying great things of CC, so proud of her and Brittney too, Caitlin has had so many people being ugly. Enough is enough, move on people please.
You missed the clip where A'ja pulled up CC from the floor after a play too. Guess when they started running and the insane quick accurate blind passes, an insane logo3, and rim runs opened eyes. Looked like they where tired from traveling/playing an couldn't keep it up, and fell apart in the 4th, since at end of 3rd, they where only 6 points below, that's some underdog game.
They were close ONLY because 1) Jackie Young herself was not having the best shooting game at least not by her vaunted standards 2) the Aces were not playing hard defense and 3) Aja had not fully got to cooking. Once the Aces turned it up on both ends the FEVER got DOUSED.
She was the new hot shot on the block so it made sense former olympians and all stars were sizing her up in games. This happens to all top draft picks it was just 10x more dramatic because she’s unprecedented levels of famous. She has spent enough time in the league though and players are familiar with her so the hazing is over
And there's some odd dynamics which includes Coaches & things that the NBA haven't experienced, I'm sorry!!! Some of this imo has been amplified b/c it's women & not men. I will be very glad for the craziness to be done!!! But I do still think it was a mistake for CC to have been left off the Olympic team!!!
I think that's true. I can't pretend to know what Carter thinks, but my guess is that she was utterly shocked (the media certainly was) when CC held no grudges, actually identified with Carter, and then praised her. The word wise is an appropriate one for CC.
Jackie Young showed that she is simply trying to be a good person by doing what she did. Diana's show of respect towards Caitlin has certainly helped because lately, we're seeing more veterans around the league simply show her respect. Caitlin has taken her bumps, and like Diana said, Caitlin just keeps showing up. We saw Diana, Britney Griner (say what you will about her), Natasha Cloud, Kaliah (did I spell it correctly?) Copper, Kelsey Plum, Jackie Young, and even Aja Wilson show Clark some respect during the games. No one's saying they should kiss Caitlin's ass (I still see the comments from the haters AND the Stans alike), but we can all appreciate what Caitlin has brought to the league and her ability to carry herself, on and off the floor.
As someone who had the fortunate/unfortunate experience of existing in two different environments where HAZING existed a long time ago, there is a reasonable way to do it and unreasonable way. There is also a point where everyone has to agree, "That's enough". Hazing beyond a certain point has zero upside, as it only breeds hate, especially when the person being hazed has taken the blows and said all the right things (which Clark largely has). I think the veterans looked around and said exactly that, "That's enough. She's a member now and should be treated as such." In short, the timeframe for cheap shots has just about run out. Moving forward, no one outside of a few teammates of the offender will defend sketchy stuff physical or verbal directed at Clark.
Taurasi and Griner were the first players to step up and greet Caitlin Clark before their tip off. It was nice to see, and appreciated, by Clark and fans. This show of professionalism was long overdo, and hopefully will continue.
Players are starting to realize that hating on Caitlin makes them look like villains. They saw the bullying CC endured and Angel's playing victim and antics was not being well received. I give credit to their black-brother community that called them out on social media. Caitlin Clark is teaching the exclusive wnba club a lesson in humility and acceptance. Good always prevails over bigotry, entitlement, and vengeance. I agree that Taurasi was the first to credit CC after spouting off about facing reality. She is one of the "pack leaders" making a change that we're witnessing. Good for her!
Despite Caitlin's popularity (and well deserved), Diana Taurasi is still the pendulum by which the WNBA can positively grow. What I specifically mean by this is that Diana has always been "The Goat" (an elite basketball player) in this (WNBA) woman's league. She has always been honest and what she says, goes. So now with the Caitlin Clark affect, Diana has finally embraced Caitlin and after realizing she was Caitlin's idol growing up to begin with, things will only get better from here. Growing pains, albeit but the future is bright (very bright) for the WNBA. The love and respect shown by both Kelsey Plum and A'ja Wilson at the end of the game towards Caitlin solidfies my opinion! And to be quite honest, a lot of these girls shoot BETTER than the NBA players. Yes, I said it!!!!!
@user-yz5zp5vx4v Wilson said in her after game interview she felt the "VIBE was GOOD". CC is now a "member in good standing", DT "The BILLY GOAT" has accepted CC the "NANNY GOAT" into the family!! Hallelujah!!!
Clark proved herself and is still doing so and getting better she's a good player right now in the WNBA but she's a great rookie she has a lot of potential but don't get it twisted #10 got away with a whole bunch of fouls yesterday but that's not just on Caitlin I understand you know it's a game of basketball and there's going to be a little bump and all that but people are getting mugged and it's not just Caitlin I feel bad for them ladies😅😅 just saying But we'll see You're starting to see a change like you said and that's a good thing and that's been going on for about 3 weeks now when they finally got to the Phoenix game it became obvious that they have no choice but to say hey we're just going to slow Caitlin down we can't stop her But what I can't wait to see is how Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark play together that's going to be fun Cuz remember sometimes you're best opponent or your nemesis is sometimes your best teacher It's like every time the devil attacks me I go straight to Jesus I don't worry about what everybody else is doing or what the devil's doing I just go straight to Jesus, it turns out he's making me a better believer or don't think I don't hate him cuz I do hat satan God bless
It is nice to see. I was almost to a point where I didn't want to watch anymore because there was so much misdirected hate toward CC that she didn't deserve! I've also noticed CC's shot is off and one has to wonder if even though she tries to brush it off it's had an effect on her. She didn't have these missed baskets in college. I was unaware she has migraines too but has suffered them for some time now. The toxic situation she found herself in I'm sure has to contribute to them or makes them more intense.
The Aces love Kate Martin. Caitlin is her best friend. They're not going to be rude to Caitlin. A lot of things were manufactured from the media before this. A'ja and Becky do not hate Caitlin Clark.
KP did have nice things to say about CC while she was breaking her collegiate record. I also wonder if Kate Martin being on the Aces means anything. Kate knows CC had teammates at Iowa who hated her, and she, herself, developed a relationship with Caitlin. Also, Vegas HAS to be seeing a ton of financial profit from Kate and CC and the 2 games with the Fever. We Iowa fans have swarmed Vegas for those games, and Iowa fans have bought so much swag/gear. The Aces are smart enough to know not to piss us off! 🤣 But you’re totally right. I think DT also really changes how a lot of W vets and veteran fans feel.
You people are DELUSIONAL. It is the MEDIA and people like YOU ALL who INJECT and READ TOO MUCH into some of the comments these ladies have made and NO you do NOT dictate to these ladies. The best you can hope for is that the Fever team continues to improve because you will be left with with your swag/gear in the dust and this is coming from a BIG Fever/ CC fan.
“YOU CAN TELL WHO THE STRONG WOMEN ARE. THEY ARE THE ONES YOU SEE BUILDING ONE ANOTHER UP INSTEAD OF TEARING EACH OTHER DOWN.” Sorry for all Caps, it’s a copy/Paste quote that kinda fits in to what everyone is talking about. ✌️
I agree!!! If CC were to walk away, I don't believe that WNBA would get out of it's tail spin. I was angry at the ignorance & arrogance of I wonder if some by their wording made it sound like players were actually making comments onto these takes. A few times some1 said, blaming CC's fans & really saying they'd be happy if CC was gone & that we were than gone, B/C THEY LONG EXISTED ALL BY THEMSELVES B4 CLARK, & WOULD DO AGAIN!!!! What was unbelievable to me, was that they've NEVER EXISTED ALL BY THEMSELVES!!!! The NBA has been subsidizing the WNBA giving millions & million of dollars every year for almost 3 decades!!!
I don't know if Taurasi's shift is leading a sea change in the treatment of Caitlin Clark. Putting the race-based haters aside as outliers (i.e., the Angel Reeses and Chennedy Carters of the world), I think the visible manifestation of the Caitlin Clark effect has a lot to do with it. A lot of the early (understandable) resentment was based on an existential affront. It was a visceral response to some untested rookie getting hailed as the savior/GOAT/WNBA superstar. And the voices of reasons out there explaining the rising tide benefits were ignored or dismissed. But I think things change as WNBA vets witness the Caitlin Clark effect for themselves. When these vets walk into their sold-out arenas for their Indiana matchup or are informed that the league is changing venues to accommodate ticket sales for this "one particular game," suddenly they're face-to-face with the rising tide. And when they find their "home" crowd cheering just as loudly for Caitlin as they do the home team and they see the Fever or Iowa jerseys in the stands and the little girls clamoring for a singular autograph, suddenly there's an undeniable reality that kicks in. And not only does it behoove them to stop fighting it, but they come to realize that Caitlin Clark has done nothing personally to deserve what has become PERSONAL animus. My two sense.
I don't watch WNBA for talent, I am interested in that only because of Catlyin Clark. Its her playing style its her personality That makes people like her. I dont care what people think, Cc is in a different level she is much faster phased than old players . When her team mates and COACH failing her doesn't matter even if she is MJ in a team like that. She can do everything alone, remind me of AI. If AI was not hated by the league and had a better team he would have won many rings. It doesn't make him a bad player , its the playing style and impact they make on game , for me CC 22 👑 Is making history and she is MJ23 in making , I hope WNBA will stop hating CC and protect her like MJ in NBA
WTH…Most of the time she’s the slowest on the court outside of the bigs 😂 Stop the BS…Everyone is trying to unite the players and you come in with some stupidity. The guards in the league are really fast and quick and for you to say what you said is asinine. She is class and well spoken, so why can you as a fan be more like her
WTH…Most of the time she’s the slowest on the court outside of the bigs 😂 Stop the BS…Everyone is trying to unite the players and you come in with some stupidity. The guards in the league are really fast and quick and for you to say what you said is asinine. She is class and well spoken, so why can you as a fan be more like her. MJ didn’t start getting protected until he had been in the league a few years. He also helped all the players get calls that they was use to getting in the league. MJ was protected because he was a high flyer with an 48 inch vertical which could cause him to get hurt very badly and there’s no one in the W that runs that risk, especially not CC 😂 None of the women are getting 5 inches off the floor. Now, JuJu Watkins of USC Trojans will be the MJ of the league when she comes in. She has a complete game on both ends of the court.
Nothing has shifted really. It was never as bad on the court as some made it out to be, and Taurasi had to say something decent or she would have to hear it every day until she retired. The roughest thing by far for Caitlin is the intense defensive coverage she gets. She gets more doubles and blitzes then most entire teams.
I’m glad you pointed this out as I noticed it too. It seems like vets as Caitlin said haven’t given her any advise. She seems very lonely. Maybe the aces caught wind of it or have seen the way she has been treated, it was so nice to see my team (the aces) show the utmost professionalism and sportsmanship to the visiting fever and Clark. Makes me proud to be a fan honestly. But plum had a similar start as Caitlin did so I can 100% see why Kelsey has a soft spot for her. It doesn’t even need to be a “soft spot” tho. She’s a human being. That deserves basic respect and they get it. Good job LV ACES❤
I thought CC was a lot quicker, its nice to see this being added to her game as she gets more comfortable. She needs to find her shot and stop showing her frustration on the court.
I don't disagree - but I think it actually starts with Caitlin. With all they have thrown at her, with the trash talking in the media, and the other players feeding in to it... Caitlin never once fed any of it back. Put that together with her perseverance on the court, and it being half way through the season... and her numbers are steadily improving (and they have been good already), to keep going after her would diminish the league to the fans.
