In a challenging match-up on Thursday, Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever were overpowered by the Las Vegas Aces, culminating in an 88-69 defeat that underscored a rough evening for the rookie sensation and her team.
Clark, who has dazzled in her inaugural WNBA season, found herself limited to just 13 points, marking her lowest scoring output in nearly a month. This underwhelming performance did not escape the scrutiny of notorious sports commentator Skip Bayless, who unleashed a series of critical social media posts.
Taking to X, Bayless dissected Clark’s game with his trademark intensity. “It’s baffling how Caitlin Clark, heralded as the greatest college scorer ever, struggles to create her own shots. She’s deferring too much, almost to a fault. She just went 1-7 in the 1st half because she wasn’t decisive. Sure, she had 6 assists and 6 rebounds, but we need her to score,” Bayless blasted.
Not stopping there, Bayless continued his tirade, “It’s disappointing to see Caitlin Clark pack another arena on the road, this time in Vegas, only to fade away in the 4th quarter again. There’s no offensive urgency or energy. She’s hesitant to shoot and is riddled with careless turnovers. Something’s off.”
He capped his critique with a stinging comparison to Aces’ star guard Kelsey Plum, adding, “Meanwhile, Kelsey Plum steps up and says, ‘Watch this, Caitlin,’ and drops 34 points while Caitlin can only watch.”
Bayless’s sharp words are part of a broader pattern of intense scrutiny directed at the Fever’s rookie. As Clark navigates her debut season in the WNBA, she faces immense pressure and high expectations. Despite this setback and Bayless’s harsh assessment, Clark remains a crucial player for the Fever. Fans are hopeful that she will rebound with resilience and continue to shine in future games.