Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington (21) fouls Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22)AP

Caitlin Clark’s groundbreaking rookie season in the WNBA might come to an end tomorrow in a win-or-go-home matchup against the Connecticut Sun, who hold a 1-0 lead in the series. Fittingly, Clark’s debut game was also against the Sun, the same team that now stands between her and the Fever’s elimination, potentially sending her into an early offseason until next April. The Sun, known for their top-ranked defense, are expected to bring a physical game similar to Sunday’s, where Clark was accidentally struck in the eye by DiJonai Carrington. The incident left Clark with a black eye, which quickly became a focal point in postgame discussions.

Caitlin Clark and DiJonai Carrington Latest Comments on the Incident

Tomorrow promises to be a showdown worthy of Clark’s Rookie of the Year season, although it won’t be easy for the Fever. Despite their slim chances, the game has yet to be played, and Clark is fully aware of that, appearing highly focused during today’s practice. When asked about the controversy surrounding Carrington’s hit, with some fans speculating it was intentional, Clark responded, “It wasn’t intentional by any means. You just watched the play, it wasn’t intentional.” Carrington, too, dismissed the claims, stating, “I don’t even know why I would intend to hit anybody in the eye.“

While Carrington’s explanation seems credible, a slow-motion video circulating online has raised some doubt. Regardless, this incident should remain in the past, and it will likely be forgotten after tomorrow’s game, no matter the outcome, that it would be best for Fever to win in order to have a definitive and highly attractive game three. However, much attention will be on how the referees handle the game, especially after all the buzz around this incident. Fans hope the officials won’t overshadow what could be a pivotal moment in the series.

🚨Video evidence suggests Dijonai Carrington may have intentionally hit Caitlin Clark early in the first quarter of the Sun v. Fever playoff game, resulting in a black eye.

No foul was called. The #WNBA needs to investigate immediately. Does this look unintentional to you? pic.twitter.com/ue2Sf03e9O

— The Boston Post (@ABostonPost) September 23, 2024

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Caitlin Clark’s playoff debut drew an average of 1.8 million viewers, surpassing any WNBA Finals game from last year and becoming the second-most-watched WNBA game in over two decades. This impressive viewership came despite stiff competition from the NFL, where the Baltimore Ravens played the Dallas Cowboys with Tom Brady in the commentary booth.

Drawing such a significant audience against an NFL game, particularly one involving the Cowboys, highlights the attention Clark has brought to the WNBA. Prior to this season, no WNBA game had averaged over a million viewers since 2008, but Clark’s presence appears to be changing that. Clark appeared in 34 Nielsen-rated broadcasts this season, including 32 Fever games, the All-Star Game, and the Draft, with more than half of those games surpassing the million-viewer mark.

Chet Holmgren Has A Beautiful One-Word Response To 48-Year-Old NBA White Chocolate Showcasing Skills

Chet Holmgren and Jason Williams (Images Credit: Getty Images and X/TheHoopCentral)
2006 NBA champion Jason Williams, popularly known as White Chocolate, recently created a social media buzz with his basketball skills at the age of 48. Oklahoma City Thunder standout Chet Holmgren is among the NBA community reacting to the former Miami Heat guard’s skills.

In his 12-year NBA career, Jason Williams played for several teams, including the Sacramento Kings, the Memphis Grizzlies, and the Orlando Magic. He was known for his incredible passing skills and street ball-influenced playing style.

In a video that circulated on social media, the 48-year-old wowed onlookers with his behind-the-back dimes, bounce passes, and other creative skills. The video, shared by Hoop Central, garnered the attention of several fans, and Chet Holmgren gave a one-word response about Williams’ skills. Holmgren tweeted, “Art.”

Chet Holmgren Trains With Trae Young Ahead Of 2024-25 Season

While the Thunder standout reacted to Jason Williams’ recent video, fans love Holmgren’s offseason training videos. This week, the 22-year-old star was spotted training with Atlanta Hawks star guard Trae Young, Moses Moody, and Moses Brown. The second overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft impressed the fans with his three-point shooting and hooping abilities.