It looks like A’ja Wilson is back in the headlines after recently making some bold comments about Caitlin Clark. For this one, we have to go all the way up to Indiana. Let’s get it, let’s go.

WNBA champion and MVP A’ja Wilson has definitely been making noise throughout this season, putting up big numbers and looking like she might snag the MVP again. However, in recent days, she’s been sending sidebars towards Caitlin Clark. In a recent interview, Wilson made it clear she’s tired of hearing about Clark, and this has broken the internet.

Currently, the WNBA is on break due to the Olympics, with the All-Star game coming up this weekend, so everyone’s doing a bunch of press. During an interview, Wilson was featured in a Marie Claire article

released on July 17th, where she discussed the “Caitlin Clark effect.”

Wilson stated, “I felt like I was mentally tired in that whirlwind of people constantly saying, ‘A’ja, you’re only known because of Caitlin Clark. We’re only here because of Caitlin Clark.’ And that’s great, I get that. But while you’re here, I’m not going to let you discredit me or the work that I’ve done, or my teammates, or the people who came before me.”

It’s clear Wilson is feeling the pressure of Clark’s rising popularity. Many argue that Caitlin Clark has brought significant attention to the WNBA, making household names of players like Wilson, Kelsey Plum, and Diana Taurasi.

In the meantime, Caitlin Clark has been a class act. During the All-Star weekend, she expressed excitement about teaming up with Angel Reese, another standout rookie. When asked about the partnership, Clark said, “I think it’s cool. It’s obviously rare to have two rookies in the All-Star game. I think it’s just really good for the WNBA. She’s having an incredible year, so it’s going to be really fun.”

Clark’s professionalism and humility continue to endear her to fans and the media alike. Despite the criticism, she remains focused on her game and supporting her teammates.

In other news, shocking new information has been released about Caitlin Clark’s impact on WNBA viewership. According to Sports Media Watch, the Indiana Fever vs. Dallas Wings game on ESPN averaged 1.7 million views, with Clark breaking the WNBA assist record in a single game with 19 assists and scoring 24 points. This game was one of 14 Fever games this season to reach the 1 million viewer mark, highlighting Clark’s significant role in boosting the league’s popularity.

Despite this success, the Olympic break means no WNBA games, apart from the All-Star game, until mid-August, which could affect viewership numbers.

Finally, an update on Caitlin Clark’s former college teammate, Kate Martin, who suffered a serious leg injury in a recent game against the Chicago Sky. Martin’s father, Matt Martin, revealed that Kate bruised her Achilles tendon, which is thankfully not a tear. The timing of the injury coincides with the month-long break due to the 2024 Olympics, giving her time to recover.

A’ja Wilson may need to reassess her comments about Caitlin Clark, as Clark continues to prove her value to the league both on and off the court. Share your thoughts in the comments section and keep those notifications on, because I’ll be bringing you the news. Until next time, DG out—shake the haters off. Peace.