WNBA Players Slammed for 'Unabashed Jealousy, Disdain, and Outright Hatred' of Caitlin Clark After Latest Controversy

WNBA Players Slammed for 'Unabashed Jealousy, Disdain, and Outright Hatred' of Caitlin Clark after latest controversy centers on criticism of league handling of physical incidents involving Caitlin Clark. After Wednesday’s altercation, Indiana Fever guard Clark was struck in the throat during a scrum by Alyssa Thomas, and Thomas also stepped over Clark as the play continued for a loose ball. Thomas received a one-game suspension and a $1,000 fine, drawing backlash questioning whether the WNBA is doing enough to protect its top star. In an editorial for USA Today, Christine Brennan criticized players and commissioner Cathy Engelbert, arguing the penalty was too small and that officials faced no described punishment. Brennan highlighted Clark’s rise, including being the No. 1 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft, Rookie of the Year, and All-Star selections, alongside her career shooting percentages of 41.1% from the field and 33.2% from three-point range.