Racist move to keep this lady off of Team USA. People in the know are not happy.
Caitlin Clark captivated a record-setting crowd in Washington D.C. last night, drawing the largest audience for a women’s professional basketball game in over 17 years. The game saw a whopping 20,333 tickets sold, signaling a momentous night where fans truly got their money’s worth.
Rant incoming. – leaving Caitlin Clark off the women's Olympic team is the dumbest shit I've ever heard pic.twitter.com/RXg0XwFwtN
— Dave Portnoy (@stoolpresidente) June 8, 2024
Clark, a dynamic player known for her impressive collegiate career, shined throughout the game, delivering a stunning performance:
- 30 points
- 7 three-pointers
- 8 rebounds
- 6 assists
- 4 steals
This season, Clark has consistently filled stadiums, selling out every venue she has played in. Interestingly, this game was an away match, highlighting her broad appeal and drawing power.
Despite her unparalleled success in college basketball, where she set numerous scoring records and led the NCAA in assists during her final year, Clark found herself excluded from the US Women’s Basketball Team. Her omission comes as a surprise given her achievements and impact on the sport. Earlier in the year, Clark was invited to the Team USA training camp but could not attend due to her team’s participation in the NCAA Tournament final.
Lotta Caitlin Clark clips going around. But what this. Defender pressure, she doesn’t say a word, gets the ball, attacks, gets into a little Flex Set, cuts hard, screens, curls. Bang. Fucking hooper pic.twitter.com/lzIZ47YENl
— Doug Gottlieb (@GottliebShow) June 8, 2024
The decision has sparked discussions and debates, especially given the obscurity of many names on the roster for the upcoming international competitions. Clark’s absence is particularly felt as she continues to excel in the professional arena.
Currently playing for the Indiana Fever in her rookie WNBA season, Clark has been putting up remarkable numbers. In just her first 14 games, she has averaged:
- 16.8 points
- 5.3 rebounds
- 6.3 assists
- 1.5 steals per game
Caitlin Clark being left off the Olympic team is unbelievably stupid.
How dumb do you have to be to not include the most famous female basketball player on the planet?
They simply hate her. pic.twitter.com/0kx7UDaFqt
— David Hookstead (@dhookstead) June 8, 2024
Moreover, Clark has already recorded two 30-point games, one of which included a career-high seven 3-pointers during a narrow 85-83 victory over the Washington Mystics. This game not only showcased her scoring ability but also established her as the fastest rookie in WNBA history to reach over 200 points and 50 assists.
Her exclusion from the national team has raised eyebrows and questions about the selection criteria, particularly as she continues to demonstrate her prowess and popularity in the professional sphere.
Major Points
- Caitlin Clark attracted the largest crowd for a women’s professional basketball game in over 17 years, with 20,333 tickets sold in Washington D.C.
- During the game, Clark scored 30 points, made 7 three-pointers, and added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals.
- Despite her record-breaking collegiate career and a strong rookie season in the WNBA, Clark was surprisingly omitted from the US Women’s Basketball Team.
- In her first 14 WNBA games, Clark has averaged 16.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 6.3 assists, and 1.5 steals, including two 30-point games.
- Her exclusion from the national team has sparked debate over the selection process, especially as she continues to demonstrate her skill and draw significant fanfare.
Al Santana – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News