A’Ja Wilson FURIOUS As Caitlin Clark Gets MOST National TV Games with Indiana Fever!
You’ve got A’ja Wilson of the WNBA Las Vegas Aces and her band of salty sidekicks allegedly whispering sweet nothings about boycotting Caitlin Clark and Indiana Fever games. A’Ja is furious that Caitlin has the most national TV games in the WNBA.
The WNBA is in the midst of an unexpected drama, and it involves some of the league’s brightest stars. The source of the tension? The Indiana Fever’s rookie sensation, Caitlin Clark, securing the most nationally televised games in the league this season. To make matters more intense, Clark’s rise has sparked a feud that has left some players, including A’Ja Wilson, furious.
The WNBA has never been as hot as it is right now. Indiana Fever games are selling out faster than Beyoncé concert tickets, ESPN is adding WNBA slots to its schedule, and social media is flooded with clips, highlights, and debates about Caitlin Clark’s game. But amidst all this excitement, some bitter veterans and long-time fans of the league are not exactly thrilled with the sudden surge in attention.
Clark, who has captivated millions of new fans with her talent and charm, is now the face of the WNBA’s revival. Yet, some fans—led by veterans like Wilson—are upset, feeling that Clark’s newfound spotlight is coming at the expense of other players, particularly those who’ve carried the league for years.
The conflict has boiled over to a point where some WNBA fans are actively calling for a boycott of Indiana Fever games, aiming to reduce Clark’s national TV airtime. In fact, Clark has been booked for 41 nationally televised games this season—more than anyone else in the league—and that’s got some of the veteran players fuming. It’s not just casual fans either—some of these boycott cheerleaders have ties to the media circles within the WNBA, which makes their attempts at sabotaging ratings even more alarming.
The calls for protest seem almost absurd in a league that’s been struggling for recognition for years. But instead of celebrating the massive surge in viewership, a vocal minority of fans and players are treating this success as a threat. They are upset that Clark, a rookie, is stealing the show. The truth is, the surge in viewership isn’t just benefiting Clark; it’s benefiting the entire league, and that means more money, more attention, and more opportunities for all players, including A’Ja Wilson.
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The WNBA is doing whatever it can to get more eyeballs on its biggest superstar, Caitlin Clark.
Six WNBA teams have already moved games against the Indiana Fever to larger venues, and the Fever will play 41 of their 44 games on national television this season.
It’s the most nationally televised games for any team in the league, even more than the reigning champion New York Liberty, who will have 33 games shown on national TV.
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark plays against the Dallas Wings in Indianapolis Sept. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
That scheduling is “kind of crazy,” one of the WNBA’s top players said.
“Obviously, people want to watch Caitlin play, and you have to put the people on TV that people want to see. But, at the same time, there are stars all over the league, and you want good basketball, as well,” Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier said on Tuesday’s “First Take” on ESPN. “Obviously, Indiana … will be a great team, but to not have the defending champs on TV more, I think it’s kind of crazy.”
Clark has been the victim of some criticism both on and off the court from fellow WNBA players. Collier made sure to clarify, though, that this was not a shot at Clark or the Fever.
Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever poses for a portrait at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis during her introductory press conference April 17, 2024. (Matt Kryger/NBAE via Getty Images)
“It doesn’t have to be where you’re taking games away from Indiana, but I think you can raise the level of TV games for the other teams as well. … [The Fever] should have those amount of games on TV on primetime, but I think other teams should have more than what they have.”
Clark’s presence in the sport has brought historic viewership to college and pro basketball. The final three games of her college career were the most-watched women’s college basketball games ever. She also had several of her regular-season games draw more viewers than WNBA playoff games, and her WNBA matchups with Angel Reese were some of the most-viewed WNBA games ever.
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark rushes up the court Sept. 15, 2024, during a game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. (Grace Hollars/IndyStar/USA Today Network via Imagn Images)
WNBA teams even had to move to larger arenas simply because of the ticket demand Clark drew. The Fever sold 90 times more tickets during the 2024 season than in 2023.
Caitlin Clark, WNBA stars rally around JuJu Watkins after torn ACL
JuJu Watkins suffered a torn ACL during the second round of the NCAA Championship
Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark offered support to USC’s JuJu Watkins
USC star JuJu Watkins, one of the most electrifying players in college basketball, suffered a heartbreaking injury during the NCAA Tournament on Monday.
The standout guard was carried off the court in the first quarter of USC’s second-round win over Mississippi State, and later reports confirmed that she had torn her right ACL. Watkins will undergo surgery and begin rehabilitation, ending her sophomore season prematurely.
Caitlin Clark’s touching message to JuJu Watkins
The injury is a significant blow not only to Watkins and the Trojans but to the broader women’s basketball community.
The 19-year-old was a key force behind USC’s No. 1 seed in the tournament and a frontrunner for national player of the year.
As news of her injury spread, players and legends of the game reached out with messages of support, including former Iowa star Caitlin Clark, the all-time leading scorer in NCAA Division I history.
“Sending all my thoughts and prayers to JuJu,” Clark wrote Tuesday on X.
“Kid will come back stronger than ever.”
Clark and Watkins were both first-team All-Americans in 2024, with the Iowa legend dominating as a senior and Watkins making her mark as a freshman.
Their shared scoring prowess and impact on the game have linked them in many ways, and Clark’s words highlighted the respect she has for the USC star.
Watkins also received encouragement from other basketball standouts.
WNBA’s Angel Reese posted, “Prayers for JuJu” along with a praying hands emoji.
LSU’s Flau’jae Johnson added, “I pray JuJu okay.”
WNBA legend and USC alum Lisa Leslie also shared her emotions, writing, “My heart is broken. I will keep you in my prayers @Jujubballin. I know you will be back stronger and better!! Fight On @USCWBB for JuJu.”
Watkins’ injury leaves a major void for the Trojans, who will face No. 5 Kansas State in the Sweet 16.
The Los Angeles native had been a dominant force all season, averaging 23.9 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.4 assists over 33 games.
She burst onto the scene as a freshman with a 27.1 points-per-game average, trailing only Clark that season.
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While Watkins’ season has come to an unexpected end, the overwhelming support from Clark and other basketball figures is a testament to the impact she’s already made.
Now, all eyes will be on her recovery, and the promise of a comeback story in the making.
