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When gratitude feels forced: the hidden friction behind Cathy Engelbert’s Caitlin Clark remark

Cathy Engelbert's recent assertion that Caitlin Clark should "be grateful she makes $16 million off the court" has triggered a flashpoint in the WNBA's ongoing power struggle. What might have been intended as praise, or cold economic reality, has instead become a storm of criticism from reporters, former players, and league watchers who argue the remark reveals an underlying dismissiveness toward the athletes.The controversy began during Napheesa Collier's exit interview, when she attributed the following quote to Engelbert:"Caitlin should be grateful she makes $16 million off the court, because without the platform that the WNBA gives her, she wouldn't make anything." From that moment, the remark took on a life of its own.On the Good Follow Podcast, Ros Gold-Onwude tore into it: "Pattern that I'm seeing, contempt, a pattern of contempt. The alleged comments of the commissioner about Caitlin Clark […]

Napheesa Collier confirmed the severity of her ankle injury, sustained in Game 3 against Mercury

Despite being the favorites to win the title, the Minnesota Lynx were unable to defeat the Phoenix Mercury and were eliminated from the playoffs in Game 4, without the help of Napheesa Collier or the guidance of their coach, Cheryl Reeve.During Game 3, with 30 seconds left in the game, Alyssa Thomas stole the ball from Collier and, while the Phoenix star secured the victory with a basket, the Lynx point guard fell to the ground and was ruled out for Game 4. Now, Phee has revealed the severity of her injury. Engelbert's alleged "be grateful" remark sparks outrageCollier breaks her silenceThis play between Alyssa and Napheesa provoked a reaction and anger from the Lynx coach, who stormed onto the court furious with the referees. She called the lack of a foul "f***ing malpractice" and insisted on a change in […]

Stephanie White fights back tears and sends an important message to her players after the Indiana Fever’s painful elimination

The Indiana Fever saw their inspiring playoff run end on Tuesday night against the Las Vegas Aces, closing a season marked by resilience and perseverance as Stephanie White aims to uplift her players.Despite numerous injuries and roster challenges, the team pushed the two-time MVP, A'ja Wilson, and her group of 2023 WNBA champions to a decisive Game 5, demonstrating valiant grit and determination.Sophie Cunningham leaves fans in literal tears with heartfelt momentsEntering the postseason as the sixth seed, the Fever overcame long odds, winning elimination games and testing the depth of the league's most experienced roster with the likes of Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham suffering season-ending injuries.Key players like Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell carried the team offensively while younger and returning stars provided support in a campaign notable not only for results, but for the character displayed by […]

Kelsey Mitchell receives a heartfelt message from A’ja Wilson after her injury in Game 5 of the Playoffs

The Indiana Fever tried to keep their playoff dreams alive by forcing a Game 5 against the Las Vegas Aces, and even though they took the game into overtime, they were eliminated 107-98 at Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas.However, the loss wasn't the only blow to Stephanie White's team. Kelsey Mitchell's injury in the third quarter was devastating. A'ja Wilson sent a heartfelt message to the 29-year-old guard.Sophie Cunningham leaves fans in literal tears with heartfelt momentsA'ja stands in solidarity with MitchellThe absence of Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham, Sydney Colson, Aari McDonald, and Chloe Bibby for the rest of the season, and Damiris Dantas out with a concussion protocol, has not been easy to cope with. As if that weren't enough, they also lost Kelsey. Mitchell had 15 points, two rebounds, and two assists in 23 minutes of action […]

Caitlin Clark’s powerful message after Indiana Fever’s playoff elimination at the hands of Las Vegas Aces

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever saw their season end in heartbreaking fashion with a 107-98 overtime defeat to the Las Vegas Aces in Game 5 of the WNBA semifinals, as the loss ended a remarkable run.The Fever entered Tuesday's contest shorthanded on September 30, having already endured a season marred by injuries with the likes of Clark and Sophie Cunningham sidelined for the game.Engelbert's alleged "be grateful" remark sparks outrageThings then got worse when Kelsey Mitchell, the team's three-time All-Star, suffered a non-contact injury in the third quarter, forcing Indiana to finish without one of its most reliable scorers as they looked for a first finals appearance since 2015. Despite this, the team continued to battle against an Aces squad led by four-time MVP A'ja Wilson but it ultimately wasn't enough as overtime edged away from them, the team […]

The Las Vegas Aces will fight for the championship

This Thursday, September 30, not only did the month come to an end, but so did the WNBA semifinals. Game Five between the Indiana Fever and the Las Vegas Aces lived up to expectations, sparking intensity and fireworks at the Michelob Ultra Arena, where every contact between the top players of the night added drama to a contest that defined the last ticket to the Finals.Indiana Fever's multiple setbacksCaitlin Clark proves she's the baby whispererThe Indiana Fever came out with energy, but it cannot be overlooked that the team has been hampered by a series of significant absences. From the regular season onward, injuries began to pile up. Without question, the most notable was the loss of their superstar and box-office magnet, Caitlin Clark. Later came the injury to Sophie Cunningham, and with both players sidelined, the team seemed destined […]

Tensions rise as Sophie Cunningham calls out WNBA Commissioner’s comments on Caitlin Clark

When Napheesa Collier revealed that WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert allegedly claimed Caitlin Clark "should be grateful" for earning $16 million in endorsements due to the league's platform, it didn't take long for the backlash to ignite. Engelbert's reported comments, made during a private conversation with Collier, were widely viewed as minimizing Clark's impact on the league, implying that her off-court success was only possible because of the WNBA, not the other way around.Sophie Cunningham and Caitlin Clark lead bench energyThe remarks have sparked fierce reactions across the basketball world, but one of the most passionate responses came from within the Indiana Fever's own locker room. Teammate and fellow WNBA player Sophie Cunningham did not hold back.On social media, she wrote:"People only know Cathy because of C... She's the most delusional leader our league has seen."Cunningham's comments reflect the frustration shared […]

Dave Portnoy blasts WNBA commissioner’s statements and claims Caitlin Clark can start her own league immediately

Dave Portnoy has again turned his spotlight toward the WNBA, this time taking aim at Commissioner Cathy Engelbert's handling of remarks about star rookie Caitlin Clark, going as far as to suggest Clark could simply launch her own league.Portnoy's reaction comes in the wake of a blistering statement by Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier, who alleged that during private conversations Engelbert told her that Clark "should be grateful she makes $16 million off the court because without the platform the WNBA gives her, she wouldn't make anything." Caitlin Clark proves she's the baby whispererCollier also claimed Engelbert said that players "should be on their knees thanking their lucky stars for the media rights deal that I got them." Collier's broad critique of league leadership further included, "We have the best players in the world. We have the best fans in […]

Lynx’ Napheesa Collier breaks her silence and criticizes the “worst” leaders in the WNBA

The Minnesota Lynx went from being leaders in the WNBA standings to being eliminated in the Playoff Semifinals by the Phoenix Mercury last Sunday.However, what caught everyone's attention were the comments made by Lynx star Napheesa Collier during her exit interviews.Pacers' Rick Carlisle praises Stephanie White's leadershipPhee's strong message against the WNBA's management The recent tensions left by the Lynx's last two playoff games grew after the 29-year-old forward's comments. The truth is that during Game 3, with 30 seconds left in the game, Alyssa Thomas stole the ball from Collier and, while the Phoenix star secured the victory with a basket, the Lynx point guard fell to the ground. This sparked the fury of Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve. After accusing the referees of "f***ing malpractice" and insisting on a change in leadership in the league, the coach was ejected […]

Stephanie White and Becky Hammon receive harsh punishment ahead of Game 5 of the Aces-Fever Playoffs

After Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve complained about the refereeing in Game 3 against the Phoenix Mercury and was penalized, two of her counterparts suffered the same fate.Becky Hammon and Stephanie White, coaches of the Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever respectively, came out in support of her after the controversy, but this led to both of them being punished. White and Hammon, finedAfter a play in which Alyssa Thomas stole the ball from Napheesa Collier while the Lynx point guard fell to the ground, Cheryl stormed onto the court furious with the referees for not calling a foul, which she described as "f***ing malpractice."The coach was sanctioned and fined by the WNBA, causing her to miss Game 4, where Minnesota was eliminated from the playoffs. In addition, she was fined $15,000 for her comments and conduct on Friday night.The […]

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