WNBA would be better off without Caitlin Clark': Former ESPN star does not hold back

WNBA would be better off without Caitlin Clark' is the thrust of a sharply critical take from former ESPN and Fox Sports analyst Emmanuel Acho. On his Speakeasy podcast, Acho argued the league no longer needs Clark, saying at this point she has become “a bigger distraction than she is an additive.” He credited Clark with pushing the WNBA past an attention threshold, but said that once mainstream eyes arrived, her role was no longer necessary. Acho pointed to fans recognizing other talent in the league, citing players such as A’Ja Wilson, Olivia Miles, Paige Bueckers, and Kelsey Mitchell. He also referenced a broader media firestorm, urging more mindful handling by the league, officials, opposing players, and Clark’s coach. The comments arrive amid a reported shift in coverage.