I love Aliyah Boston's speaking voice/stlye. She is so articulate and exact in her responses to questions. Her demeanor is always calm and approachable. I'm also glad that after Clark told reporters ... to respect Aliyah and not to overlook her at press conferences, reporters have done better and engaged other fever players. 👍
Ditto. I have always loved prodigies no matter what their field. CC has woke this league up and elevated her teammates. They are just a plain joy to watch!! Congrats CC on another triple double!!❤❤❤
@@amaybinam stop it, a real fan knows they are talking about continued growth and awards, championships won, Olympic gold medals, endorsements, and continued uplift of the W.
Caitlin was born to be a leader. Every great team has one. But the beautiful thing about her. She knows her teammates are valuable for everyone's success and gives them credit for it.
Great leaders in any endeavor are selfless and sharing. They lift up those around them by setting examples and challenging others to measure up. They trust and verify, and redirect if needed. Above all, they give people a chance to shine like they do. Caitlin does all of that.
@@williamburkholder769 unlike Reese where she’s putting her needs above the team with her individual stat chasing …. which leads to a team breakdown…and a terrible record.
@@jaylucas8352 Angel Reese is a great, talented player. She's a different personality than Caitlin but a great player that does care about her teammates
@@joannmerver I meant the coach said two complete thoughts. That means they are two sentences when spoken and need punctuation as such when written. Technically, we were both wrong if looking only at the written quote. But I heard it in the video, too. Otherwise, nice sarcasm, Joann!
@@abeautifuldayful 2 Independent clauses can be a part of 1 sentence though (compound sentences). So how does it being 2 complete ideas affect whether or not it is one sentence?
Caitlin Clark has introduced me to the WNBA. This team, and this girl Aliyah, are heads above the rest of the league when it comes to professionislm, courtesy, attitudes, effort, teamwork, they really are the bosses. Win or Lose.
Honestly watching her play (only started watching recently because of CC) is crazy. She’s good but I am watching so many good players other than her. It’s amazing.hopefully she stays healthy and wins some rings to shut down all her haters
I have not watched sports (especially college basketball) for over 35 years (except for championship games, the Olympics, or something really special like Wimbledon or the Masters). CC introduced me to women's college basketball. I watched her towards the end of last season....and then, I followed her into the WNBA. She's one incredible phenomenon that doesn't happen but once in a lifetime. Totally agree with you about Aliyah and the Fever team. I think Lexie will be big as time goes on beside Kelsey, Nalyssa, Temi, and Damirus.
@@1398go I don't like her from the get go with all the blaming on the players... but in this case, I don't agree with your statement. She did NOT act like they lost, but she did say what is fact and it's important to keep this team grounded with all the hooplas surrounding their recent successes. Even CC has constantly said so with her reminder: one game at a time. Besides, this game is a big sloppy and messy game in terms of their player's usual capabilities.... so many unforced errors, turnovers, and missed easy shots/open shots/in the paint shots/layups (including CC's easy layups and 3-pt shots).
@@1398goThey almost did. It shouldn't have been so close. A better team than the Sparks probably would have won. The Fever are great but didn't play that well last night. They can't afford to play like that moving forward.
They have a very good TEAM: Clark (Engine-Leader) Mitchell (Floor spacer - can get hers) Boston (Reliable-Steady) Smith (Tough-When she's on... look out) Dantas (Underrated) Wheeler (Can still ball) Fagbenle (Sleeper - good D) Hull (Don't let her get going)
Whew...glad they won. Every game can't be the best game. So many important shots. Mitchell kept them alive 1st half. Saw sparks of life in the 3rd Q. Hull's tenacious D was so important. Congrats CC on the T/D! Looking forward to Friday.
One of the things that I've really started to appreciate about this Fever team that Sides and Dunn have been working onbuilding is that no two players are super alike. If something isn't clicking or matching up personnel wise to their opponent in a given game, or moment within a game, they can rotate other solid players off the bench like a Swiss Army knife. The team has a wide range of different challenge variations they can send onto the court. They are becoming very flexible and good at adjusting over time.
@@gardengal87 hmmm....I love Mitchell after the Allstar break but today she reverted back to her old self most of the game. Mitchell scores at a high % when she gets the ball and shoots! I mean unbelievable the best in the WNBA but when she tries to do it herself the field goal % goes way, way down. I know old habits are hard to break but she doesn't have to do it all now. Mitchell catching and shooting no one is better in the league and she's unstoppable. The hero ball however doesn't work, ugh.
@@Kash_Munnihonestly tho, trying to incorporate that into the team building is working for them regardless…km is still doing her thing, even if the past narrative shows up in games they’re winning
It's a big win at home (important for the fans) along with CC's second Triple Double (which is a huge accomplishment on her part and a great booster for the fans and the team as a whole)... with that said... I say it's a sloppy game with many turnovers, unforced errors, missed shots and missoportunity. Luckily, (like in all the wins before)... people stepped up when most needed and delivered the crucial scores (and defense) like Lexie, Wheeler, and Boston. Defense is much much better compared to the start of the season... right along with many missed easy layups, open shots, shots in the paint (including CC's attempts - heck, she even missed her most routinely-easy layup shot!). They cannot go very far in the playoffs if this is the kind of game they're taking to that level. Overall, this is NOT one of their good games, but they still got the win (by the other team's unintentional contribution of their own mishaps)... imagine what they can do when they are with their full potential and capability in their good games.
I genuinely feel what we are looking at in C² is MJ level of popularity, LBJ level of hate and expectations, and Steph Curry level of skill and ability. This is one of those athletes in sporting history, male/female, you get to watch very rarely
Love the honesty when she criticised her off ball defending. Not many people are willing to learn and humble themselves at the same time. She seems to be a student of the game and I think will forever be, from the way she puts herself forward
Plenty of folks on the team to learn from. Hull’s commitment to forcing a positive outcome on defense is great. Mitchell gets a lot of steals just on pure anticipation. CC can do all that stuff, it’s all basketball IQ.
Yes..that made me happy because thats what I noticed and commented on thier page. She loses her man or doesn't pay attention when they don't have the ball. They get the ball and it compromises the defense when she gets beat and a defender has to cover. It makes for easy baskets for the other team. I definitely noticed this game, she paid much more attention.
As a new fan, I just found out today that Boston was ROTY last year!!!! She has been so under the radar until recently... wow! So, with CC... next year the Fever would have 2 ROTYs on their roster! Watch out, folks!
Most career games with 20 PTS & 10 AST: (GP) means game played. 10 - Courtney Vandersloot (422 GP) 9 - Diana Taurasi (559 GP) 7 - Caitlin Clark (34 GP). CC is whole another level!!
Sides still think WNBA basketball is beyond CC's current skills!! She still can't seem to give recognition to CC's greatness. Does she want us to believe Fever is in the playoffs because of her coaching?!! 😮
I am SO, SO happy for this crew! One thing about them is that, to watch them, you realize that they are having so much fun just playing the game! They are having FUN! There is no sense of "desperation" in any of them! A really great group of people here! Really great! Again, so, SO happy for them!
Wow I always knew I loved Alliyah Boston, I always felt like she was full of faith and grace! But to hear her giving the glory to God talking about prayer and how God has equipped her and blessed her has made my respect and admiration go to the next level🙏 what a beautiful role model for me and my family. Amen alliyah keep praising the Lord and leading your team to victory ❤️❤️❤️ I'm officially a fan for life.
I know it was a rough 1st half of the season. Social media was disgusting and brutal to AB and many on this team. I’m so glad AB has prayer and faith for her joy and peace. She values her integrity and character. She armored up and stands firm. I support this young woman! 🫶
Both AB and Caitlin are such grounded, wise young Women. What wonderful role models for future generations. ❤🙏🏽 Love to see them shine in their blessings.
Exactly what I was thinking when alliyah was praising God!! In today's world everyone can benefit from hearing prominent athletes giving the glory to God. I love that she is not being shy about her faith. What a great role model ❤️🙏
Team Fever is fantastic. I was one of those harsh critics earlier in the season. Thanks for showing me how wrong my opinions were back then. Great job, Coach!
U must b kidding. This is cc winning in spite of coaching. Tonight is an example of slowing the game down instead of keeping the game fast pace and running the og off the court.
I really appreciate your comment. I noticed a lot of negativity and some ppl still have it. It's true that early in the season, the team was still adjusting to each other. I agree that many were too hard on the coach and the other players. There were some unrealistic expectations early in the season, many fans were expecting that adding Caitlin would instantly make the Fever a top team in the league, and when the team wasn't winning, they were frustrated and wanted changes in coaching, management and players immediately. The team stuck together and has adjusted and become a very formidable team in the league. I think Sides is a great coach. Some may not like or appreciate her style. I think she is good though. The number one thing is they aren't giving up, and they will keep progressing and improving.
I loved how Caitlyn already understands that the fans may only have 1 chance to see them play and they want to do great for them. Too bad the NBA has lost sight of that long ago. No load management for these ladies.
@@SCBennett2 Will Michael Jordan Played just about every single game most years. These players are just soft. Supposedly much better athletes, but that doesn't give you heart. MJ said the same thing. People spend a lot of money and if they go to a game where Chicago was playing and he "load managed" it would be a joke.
Especially when the fans have to spend ridiculous money to go see the game. I have not been to a WNBA game (or any basketball game) for over 35 years. CC got me so interested that I was willing to drive 15 hours to see her at Gainbridge Fieldhouse yesterday... but I was so surprised the available tickets started at $379 and all the way to $1,299!!! I remember the last time I went to an NBA game (Washington Bullets at Washington, DC) the ticket was only $25!!!
You seen it both CC and Michelle were struggling and what happened, Boston has break out game and killed it. That's why the Fever is so dangerous cause any one of our starters can light it up.
Offensively CC & KM did struggle some, but the LA Sparks game-plan was to trap CC high shortly after coming over halfcourt, so the Fever gameplan adjusted to go inside.
I like that the starting team can all hold their ground, they go for CC, Boston & Smith do their part - makes this team hard to predict and they change game plan to fit the opponents.@@stevederr4927
@@stevederr4927 this is what most people don't seem to understand. LA Sparks played excellent D by putting the ball in AB's hand at the high post and keeping the ball out of KM's hands, especially preventing back door cuts (this is tough to do both and the SPARKS were excellent) .... all teams will be watching how to most effectively defend the FEVER for the playoffs. LA honestly a new/old wrinkle at them that other teams will take note. It should be noted that AB has been exceptional every night reguardless of stats. Banging, screens etc etc etc.
The Fever come from behind!!! Caitlin is on fire!! She is phenomenal and so focused!!! Her drive is and passes are so great!!! She loves playing basketball!!! Jyst a fantastic game!!! 💪💪🔥🔥🏀🏀🏀....
Sides makes such clearheaded assessments when she's feeling success. Shes got a good good sense of how team emotion and morale makes or breaks the game. She really needs to be given credit for how much shes coached this team through the growing pains. Good woman.
CC, you stated exactly what we saw on that floor: sluggish, disconnected and off the mark, yet you all were still able to win. Take care of your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. You all have everything necessary to win everytime. All of the previous battles have prepared the team for the upcoming battles. The Fever has come this far, but can go much further ❤🙏🔥!!!
What joke Christy is one of the WORST couches. Must be a dozen coaches even some HS & JC who know how to draw a game plan. Currently game plan is Caitlin. on her feet.
They are learning resilience and mental toughness. To never give up, to not get discouraged. They can come back from 15 down in three or four minutes. And the whole team is having fun and loving it. Caitlin doesn't care about her stats or breaking records. She just wants to win, and share the glory with her teammates.👍👍😁
And that's why this team is a great team. CC because of remaining grounded has also helped them focus on the game and avoid tensions. They are working as a unit.
@@julieleber6131the only way I see Clark moving up in the mvp list is how her team does in the playoffs, if they win the championship and she played well she gets the MVP but I don’t see that happening this year
I love this Coach. She is always looking for ways to help the team get better. She has turned this diverse group of individuals into a team. Great job! The chemistry on this team didn’t just happen. There is no magic. Coach has brought them to this point. She isn’t done. No one is satisfied. The sky is the limit. As she said, ‘We aren’t done yet.’
Not that fun to watch until the 4th quarter, had me on pins and needles. I agree with Caitlin I wish Kelsey had won player of the month, she deserves it...not that Caitlin doesn't, I just want her to feel appreciated. I know Caitlin gets most of the attention and I love her, but I love this team and I love everyone on the team, they are all valuable to the team chemistry.
Hate for awards to re-open rifts in this team once they appear to be clicking. All these are of course team awards and that's the way they need to be celebrated.
@@normthompson923 I don't see these awards re-opening any rifts, I think they are too dialed in and have developed a strong enough bond to prevent that.
I get the CC hype. She is a great player. But Boston was my mvp tonight. SHe worked her socks off and dominated in the paint. I am so happy for her. I think she needed that game. But for me the key moment in the game was Lexie hull drawing the foul and sinking her 2 free throws. The team was wobbling and it could of easily turned to shit. But that was clutch. Lexie is probably my favourite player for hussling and then having balls of steel when the team really needs it
Let's don't forget that Christy Sides said at beginning of season. We scored 13 wins last year, CC needs to learn how WE PLAY and it will take a couple years to get use to the physicality of the league. Also, this isn't College anymore, and CC will have to learn to play pro ball. We want CC to quit shooting Log 3's and shoot long 2's. I think maybe Sides has change her stance a little, she still needs to accept this is all possible because of this new player CC, she will be the greatest player ever when she is done.
In another word, Sides said: "Get with the program, CC!"... C did not reply but proceeded to set "the program". Nowadays, Sides agrees that CC IS THE PROGRAM!!!
When CC made that 3pt.shot, and the steel for a lay-up, that totally changed the momentum of the game. LET CC RUN CHRISTIE! SHE LOVES SPRINTING!!!! 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅
Sides... Forcing it into the paint over and over becomes predicable (leading to 8 turnovers in the 1st quater). They have to let the game flow naturally and that is how they ended up winning. Sure if the bigs have an opportunity the play will come their way. If it isn't there you cant force it. Sure bring up spacing the floor and take advantage of the middle when it comes. Naturally. Let CC handle that and she will see the correct play develop according to what the opponents are doing on D. You can stick to handling the rotation and calling time outs if the team needs to refocus and yell at the refs for being terrible as they usually are.
They needed to go in-paint but they are not good in there, I mean tonight showed that... They double-marked cc so much they had to score in-paint shots but they don't have a good consistent shooter in that range. AB was supposed to do that, she had so many opportunities to score because for majority of the game she was left unmarked in-paint... So the coach needs to brush up on that
Man this team has got a ton of chemistry now, what a difference from the very beginning of the season, and obviously Caitlyn’s growth and maturity as a player in just 34 games total is AMAZING… she is on her way to having one of the greatest wnba careers EVER
The Sparks came to town with bad intentions. This was a good win during an emotionally vulnerable time. Good job, ladies!!! We need to get in a mental space of shaking Minnesota's belief that they can win a game on our floor. Go Fever!!
I enjoyed watching Caitlin stick the end of the microphone in each eye while listening to the Zoom question. These young ladies are so classy. Well-spoken, intelligent, engaging. I've loved watching and listening to them.
Every win is a great win! Big game for Aliyah scoring and rebounding, Smith scored and blocked shots, way to finish strong Lex! CC triple double and Kelsey made big shots, defended, and assisted. Great contribution from the bench, Wheeler big three and good minutes from Katie Lou and Dantas, rebounds and free throws, every game presents challenges and opportunities. Fever got it done tonight, Keep stacking wins, one game at a time 🏀
Wow!! I’ve been watching The Fever bc of CC, but I had no idea what a talented/intelligent/beautiful/inspiring person AB was until this interview! Extremely well spoken, but WOW, before saying ANYTHING, she gave all the Glory to God for her performance today! Hebrews 13:15, “Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name.” God bless AB and the WHOLE FEVER TEAM!!
the maturity of Boston to share the team and platform with other great players, without any animosity that's special... thats D wade Lebron kind of vibe..Great players can co exist and these ladies are doing it.
Congratulations ladies great game even though I didn’t see it, continue to strive to get better in games❤️🔥, I’m so proud of ya’ll. Love ya’ll, Thank you Caitlin for getting us to the playoffs
Sides made this game a lot closer with her coaching. In the paint. In the paint. In the paint. That all she ever says. This is Caitlin Clark. Screw in the paint. Sides will be their downfall in the big game with this attitude
@@robbieanderson649with the Sparks trapping CC with 2 shortly over half court they needed to go inside and at some point the Sparks have to defend the effective post play and stop trapping CC which opens up the outside shots. The Sparks picked their poison and AB & NS made them pay.
@@robbieanderson649Agree. Fever have played their best when play up-tempo. CC has said that several times. KM has said several times that she likes playing up-tempo as well. The slow half-court offense isn’t going to work well in the playoffs. Plus, another thing with the forcing the ball in the paint is that there are never any kick-outs. How many times does the ball go in the paint, and there are 1-2 of the Fever good shooters open at the 3-point arc but never get the ball kicked out to them?
You are guys are finally realising the defects in the team... They marked cc so much they had to score in-paint shots but they don't have a good consist shooter in that range. AB was supposed to, she had so many opportunities to score because for majority of the game she was left unmarked... So the coach needs to brush up on that fr
She's brought this team up to Iowa level. And she's the floor general. That's her role really and she's always done that. I love that now her teammates see the end result and are happy to see Caitlin earn her accolades because she makes them better
I can't believe it .. I am fom India and have no connection to the US or the WNBA ... BUT BUT BUT ... I just Subscribed to the Fever YT Channel ! How "interesting" is that? Its all hail CC and the TEAM ... Kudos
A wonderful not so easy win. LA played really good👍👏 It feels like CC always can raise her game if needed. She can have a bad day shooting 3P but suddenly at the end of a game and everything looks black, she brings on her A-game and can't miss anything...That is incredible 🥰
im from the netherlands and if never even seen or heard a name in WNBA or watched a game, but sins CC came on the court even i got the Fever, all thanks to CC. she aint the rookie of the year but is this years MVP. no1 can tumble that
A grindy game but finishing it off is what is most important, they were shooting way out of their league of course so it kept them close. Lets go Fever! Don't get too complacent, lets stay mission focused with composure but not relaxed. They completed the first mission and have earned the right to play in the post season and can go as far as they want if they stay dialed in.
LOVE LOVE having Aliyah in the post game interview & what a game for her! Smith & Hull “saved” them ie clutch plays. Congrats! The Sparks were keeping them on their toes!
It's a good sign that CC is talking like Jordan. Hope she keeps that attitude. 'the fans come out for maybe 1 game, I just want to give them a good show for that 1 game'.
I've been watching these press conferences all along. It seems as if the number of different reporters asking questions is growing, and the quality of the questions is getting better. This team is going to get a lot of publicity during the playoffs, especially with the fan base located all around the country.
Coach Sides deserves a lot of credit. As do all the players they really came together during the break and have become the hottest story in sports. Caitlin is phenomenal and her play style is captivating. Smith and Boston down low are playing great. I can’t get enough of this team
Coach Sides does such an amazing job walking that fine line with CC. You wouldn't want a coach to let the fame get to CC's head and let her get too comfortable. But you also don't want a coach who doesn't acknowledge CC's achievements and give her proper credit. Coach Sides does such a great job of praise and acknowledgement but also focus on areas of continued improvement and growth as well. And it really shows in CC's answers to press questions. Whenever CC is asked about her individual accolades, she always pivots and says she's just playing the game to win and any personal achievements are just cherries on top. She's handling the fame and pressure well herself.
Fame get to her head? Have you ever heard Clark say I or ME ever? That's not the way she's built.....you'll never hear her say anything but team...sure she's happy to get recognized for her play...but it's NEVER bigger than the team... ...Clark has been "famous" for quite awhile......but going to her head isn't going to happen..
Totally new to such after game press conferences. Smart, incisive questions and very professional responses by a coach who is excited by every minute, move and moment of each game. Great conversations. Love the MC organizing the questions.
Aliyah, thank you for raising God amidst the accolades :) God bless you and the Fever! I am not even an American and here I am rooting for all y'all gals! So proud of you all. So excited for Fever to shut off the negativities.
Coach Clark is bringing this team right along!!!😂😂😂 CC does have a high basketball IQ! Both AB and CC are grounded, humble and confident!!! Great balance between faith and performance!!! A more up tempo offense and less turnovers will take this team far!
I missed that you said Coach CLARK! I thought you were complimenting Sides there for a minute and was going to disagree! But I agree. Clark has made this team what it is. She has brought out the best in everyone.
The team is just getting better and better 💯 all the players play an important roll... It's how CC played with the mic 🎤 with her forehead whiles talking.. She's such a humble amazing individual and skilled talented player... And Kelsey is just a Baller no questions...The fever is contagious 💯..
