Caitlin Clark is making headlines for her stellar debut season in the WNBA, and along with her record-breaking performance, she’s sparking some controversy. Clark recently set a new WNBA rookie scoring record, surpassing Seimone Augustus’ 2006 mark of 744 points by scoring 761. Her historic game, where she dropped a career-high 35 points, helped the Indiana Fever secure a thrilling 110-109 victory over the Dallas Wings.
However, while fans celebrate Clark’s achievements, legendary UConn coach Geno Auriemma has come under fire for past critical comments about Clark and her fanbase. Earlier this year, Auriemma accused Clark’s supporters of being “delusional, disrespectful, stupid, and unknowledgeable” for claiming she would dominate the WNBA in her rookie season. He expressed doubt about her ability to handle the physicality of the league, stating she wasn’t suited to thrive among the best.
But with Clark’s remarkable performance — becoming not just a scoring sensation but also the WNBA’s single-season assist leader and a frontrunner for Rookie of the Year — fans have quickly turned on Auriemma, demanding an apology for his remarks. They’ve taken to social media, defending Clark and questioning Auriemma’s judgment, pointing out how she’s now even in the conversation for MVP.
The Fever will wrap up their season with a game against the Washington Mystics, and as Clark continues to silence doubters, fans are eagerly awaiting more historic moments from the rising star.
