It looks like Caitlin Clark has definitely put A’ja Wilson on notice at the skills competition. For this one, we have to go all the way down to Phoenix. Let’s get it, let’s go!

As Caitlin Clark prepares to make her WNBA debut as an All-Star for the first time, she’s having a blast at the All-Star festivities. Sitting courtside next to her teammate Aliyah Boston and Las Vegas Aces superstar A’ja Wilson, Clark is in high spirits. Yesterday, Cheryl Miller made it known in a press conference that the national team wants to beat the breaks off the Olympic team, and Caitlin Clark is doubling down on her.

Cheryl Miller’s words were clear: “This team wants to beat the breaks off the Olympic team.” Caitlin Clark, participating in the All-Star Game skills challenge, sat next to A’ja Wilson and let it be known that her team is going to destroy them. This bold statement has turned heads, with WNBA fans eagerly anticipating the All-Star Game, where Clark’s team will face the Team USA squad headed to Paris for the Olympics.

Friday night featured the WNBA All-Star Game skills competition, including the Three-Point Contest and a three-on-three exhibition. However, it was Clark’s interaction with Wilson that stole the show. Caitlin Clark confidently told A’ja Wilson, “Y’all are going to get destroyed,” all while smiling and eating popcorn. Clark’s determination is evident, especially after being left off Team USA.

Moving on to another story, Caitlin Clark reflected on her partnership with Nike and gave an update on her signature shoe. Clark received a $28 million Nike deal, and although she’s been tight-lipped about the specifics, she expressed her admiration for the brand she has worn since childhood. Clark hinted that her shoe might resemble Kobe’s, which she has been wearing throughout the 2024 season.

In another major development, the WNBA received a new media rights deal worth $2.2 billion. However, Cheryl Miller went on record stating that the WNBA needs better negotiators, as the deal is significantly undervalued. Miller emphasized that the league deserves much more, given the rising stars like Caitlin Clark and Juju Watkins, who are bringing in millions of viewers. Miller called for tougher, fairer negotiators and Visionaries to secure a deal that truly reflects the league’s worth.

During a press conference, Miller voiced her dissatisfaction with the current deal, stating, “A $2.2 billion deal is not enough. A two is nice, but an eight would be better.” She stressed the importance of having a strong negotiator to push for a better deal, highlighting the rapid growth and bright future of women’s basketball.

The WNBA has come a long way, and with rising stars like Clark, the league’s viewership is skyrocketing. The NBA secures multi-billion dollar deals, and it’s time for the WNBA to receive its fair share. The future looks bright for the league, and renegotiation is crucial to ensure that its value is appropriately recognized.

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