Bill Simmons Sparks A Social Media Frenzy After He Claims Caitlin Clark Is “Bigger” Than Any Under-30 NBA Star
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Following an extraordinary college career, Caitlin Clark has started to create a buzz in the WNBA due to her exceptional skills. After being selected by the Indiana Fever, Clark stunned the basketball community with her stellar skills on the court.
Clark finished fourth in MVP voting, was honored with the Rookie of the Year title, and brilliantly guided the Fever to the playoffs. Notably, she averaged an impressive 19.2 points and topped the league with 8.4 assists per game.
Clark gained a significant fan base during her debut season thanks to her impressive accomplishments. Her outstanding performances have received praise from fans, players, and analysts alike. In a recent episode of The Ringer podcast, host Bill Simmons noted that there is no question that Clark is more prominent than any NBA star under 30.
Simmons’ statement sparked a debate among basketball fans, who began sharing their opinions in the comment section of NBA Central on X (formerly Twitter). One fan commented, “She has 0 global brand for now. Awful take. Maybe one day, but not close at the moment.”
Meanwhile, another fan remarked, “Wemby? Ja? Ant? LaMelo? Shai? Booker? I can keep going like what are we doing man.”
Another fan mentioned, “She is bigger. The old heads Bron Durant Steph and Jimmy still run the league.”
A sports enthusiast commented, “This is an all time terrible take..what about Antman,Jayson Tatum,Luka ?”
Another fan mentioned, “She’s far more entertaining than any NBA player.”
A basketball enthusiast commented, “This is a crazy take. He must be doing it for the views.”
Another fan remarked, “Clark’s rise is incredible and she’s a household name, but saying she’s bigger than every NBA star under 30 might be overstating it.”
Chuck Klosterman Lauds Clark For Her Stellar Success
Clark finished fourth in the MVP voting and was awarded the Rookie of the Year title. She skillfully led the Fever to the playoffs, averaging an impressive 19.2 points per game and leading the league with 8.4 assists per game. Unfortunately, the Connecticut Sun eliminated the Fever in the first round of the playoffs.
As a result, NBA viewership dropped significantly since Clark was not present in the subsequent series. This indicates the stardom the Fever star has achieved in her debut season, which Chuck Klosterman recently praised in his discussion with Simmons.
“Her stardom, in a way, it has changed many conversations about sports. Especially women’s sports.” Klosterman said.
Clark has made a lasting impact on fans, players, and analysts, which will continue to grow over the years.
“The Haters Are Going To Hate This So Much”: Social Media Is Losing Their Mind Over New Photo Of Caitlin Clark Looking Jacked
Caitlin Clark (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)
Caitlin Clark has been named TIME Athlete of the Year for 2024 after her record-breaking rookie season in the WNBA.
The Indiana Fever superstar captivated basketball fans long before her arrival in the WNBA.
She capped off her year with a playoff appearance, which was the first for Indiana since 2016.
When asked by Time magazine how she would summarize this past year, Clark responded with one word: historic.
“I’ve been able to captivate so many people that have never watched women’s sports, let alone women’s basketball, and turn them into fans,” she told the magazine.
TIME also released the cover picture of Caitlin Clark, and it was truly jaw-dropping.
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Fans heaped nothing but praise for Caitlin Clark for her looks, her arms, and her accomplishments.
“Very well deserved. An incredible year for her and all her accomplishments. She is so fun to watch and look forward to seeing where her career takes her! Congratulations Caitlin! 👏🏼,” one fan said.
Another fan added, “The most influential athlete in world sports. No one else comes close to her upside and impact.”
“Congrats she is a stud.,” another X user said.
Another fan congratulated her on her enhancement of the sport: “Earned. This is well deserved! Caitlin Clark is helping move the conversation on the elevation of women’s sports.”
Someone also pointed out that “the haters are going to hate this so much.”
The haters are going to hate this so much.
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“Photo is 🔥, one fan said about Caitlin Clark’s appearance.
One fan loved Clark’s face in the picture, saying, “Da face 🔥.”
“caitlin clark you are STUNNING,” one fan added.
One final fan summed it up for everybody: “Finally, a cover that doesn’t make people roll their eyes 👀.”
Caitlin Clark Has Had A Dynamic 2024
Clark averaged 19.2 points, 8.4 assists, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game in her first season in the WNBA after she was drafted first overall by the Fever.
Clark was then named WNBA Rookie of the Year in October.
Her presence in the league also helped draw crowds to arenas around the country and drive up viewership numbers.
She has now capped off her incredible year by being named Time’s Athlete of the Year.
