WNBA. Caitlin Clark is strutting her stuff in her new custom ‘Kobe 5 Protro PE’ model, and let’s just say, it’s turning more heads than the latest episode of “Keeping Up with the Kardashians.” Meanwhile, back in Paris, NBA analyst Stephen A. Smith has unleashed a zinger that’s shaking the Olympic basketball scene.
Paris 2024. Victor Wembanyama, the giant of Paris, is going viral with a photo that makes him look like he just stepped off a UFO. But let’s not get distracted by extraterrestrials; there’s a more pressing issue at hand—attendance at the women’s basketball games.
Game On, Crowd Off: The USA women’s basketball team began their Olympic journey with a commanding 102-76 victory over Japan. Despite the on-court fireworks, the crowd turnout was more of a sparkler than a Roman candle, marking the lowest attendance of all the women’s basketball openers.
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Stephen A.’s Showdown: Enter Stephen A. Smith, the maestro of mic drops, who was quick to call out the selection committee for leaving Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese off the roster. According to Smith, the decision was as misguided as a GPS with a mind of its own.
“Where’s Caitlin?” On his show, Smith didn’t just point fingers; he practically conducted a symphony of criticism. “Team USA’s win over Japan only drew 13,040 fans—the lowest of all six opening games. Serbia vs. Puerto Rico had a better turnout with 15,324 fans. How did we miss the memo that said ‘popular players = packed stands’?”
Star Power: Smith argued that Caitlin Clark isn’t just a player; she’s a magnet for fans, attracting crowds like a moth to a flame. Her college days with the Iowa Hawkeyes were a testament to her drawing power, a trend that’s only magnified in the WNBA.
Fun with Figures: “Four out of the six opening games had over 20,000 fans. The WNBA All-Star Game hit a record 3.4 million viewers this year, a 300% jump from 2023. The Fever, Clark’s team, leads the league in attendance with over 16,000 fans per game,” Smith said, practically waving a neon sign that read “HELLO, SELECTION COMMITTEE!”
Missed Opportunities: Smith didn’t stop there. “Imagine the stands packed to the rafters, fans waving banners, the energy palpable. Instead, we got crickets. Do we really need another lesson in basic math? More star players equal more fans!”
Conclusion: So, as the Paris Olympics roll on, one thing is clear: Stephen A. Smith isn’t letting this one go. His irrefutable argument? Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese should have been on that roster, and maybe, just maybe, the stands wouldn’t have been emptier than a popcorn bucket at the end of a blockbuster movie.
Stephen A. Smith’s epic rant has left us wondering what could have been. Meanwhile, Caitlin Clark is busy breaking ankles and records, with her custom Kobe kicks leading the way. Stay tuned for more drama, on and off the court!
