Grab your popcorn, folks, because the drama between Sheryl Swoopes and Caitlin Clark is heating up faster than a microwaveable burrito. In the latest episode of “Who’s Got Beef?”, legendary WNBA star Sheryl Swoopes is once again raining on Caitlin Clark’s parade with enough shade to block out the sun.
Swoopes’ Sassy Snub Swoopes, known for her three MVP titles and no-nonsense attitude, has been making headlines for her relentless critique of the Indiana Fever’s rookie sensation, Caitlin Clark. This time, Swoopes didn’t just throw shade; she hurled a whole forest. Ignoring Clark’s blazing start in the WNBA, she implied that the Fever has better players than Clark, clearly hinting at Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky as the real Rookie of the Year contender.
The ESPN Clapback But hold up, because not everyone is sipping Swoopes’ haterade. ESPN’s Elle Duncan couldn’t keep quiet and had to serve up some truth on “The Elle Duncan Show.” “I love Sheryl, but she’s dead wrong on this one,” Duncan declared, probably with a dramatic eye roll. “This just feels personal. There’s something fishy here, and it’s not Clark’s stats.”
Revenge of the Stats Let’s talk numbers because, unlike feelings, they don’t lie. Despite Swoopes’ dismissive comments, Clark has been lighting up the scoreboard with more than 30 points in several games. Remember when Swoopes said Clark wouldn’t adapt to the WNBA like she did in college? Yeah, about that…
Throwback to Swoopes’ Grudge This isn’t the first time Swoopes has thrown Clark under the bus. Previously, she downplayed Clark’s NCAA success, suggesting her points were more about quantity than quality. That hot take didn’t age well, especially after Swoopes had to issue an “oops, my bad” apology for her “uninformed” commentary.
What’s Next for Clark? While Swoopes continues to channel her inner Simon Cowell, Clark and the Indiana Fever are gearing up to hit the court again. After a break for the 2024 Olympics, Clark will lead her team against the Phoenix Mercury on Friday, August 16. You might want to mark your calendar because the Gainbridge FieldHouse showdown promises to be hotter than a summer in Phoenix.
So, as we wait for the next installment of this real-life soap opera, one thing is clear: the rivalry between Swoopes and Clark is just getting started, and it’s more entertaining than any reality TV show could ever be.
