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Caitlin Clark discusses fan reactions and online hate after Fever exit playoffs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 11:27 PM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Caitlin Clark discusses fan reactions and online hate after Fever exit playoffs

Summary

Caitlin Clark addressed being booed by Golden State Valkyries fans during a game in San Francisco in May. Although she found the boos entertaining and indicative of fan passion, she emphasized there are boundaries that should not be crossed regarding what is considered acceptable behavior. Following the Indiana Fever's elimination in the first round against the Las Vegas Aces, Clark expressed her sentiments about online hate and her strategy for dealing with it by avoiding direct messages on social media. She also showed empathy towards teammate Kelsey Mitchell amidst discussions of hate directed at players in the league.

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By the Numbers

•Clark was booed during a May game against the Valkyries.
•She appreciates fan passion but calls for respect in interactions.
•The Fever were eliminated by the Aces in the first playoff round.
•Clark avoids online hate by not reading direct messages.
•Clark expressed support for teammate Kelsey Mitchell amid controversy.

Latest Updates

11:27 PMYahoo Sports — “There’s Certainly A Line, And That Can’t Be Crossed” – Caitlin Clark Reflects On WNBA Fans Booing Her While Revealing Secret To Avoid Online Hate

What they're saying

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There are not many places in the country where Caitlin Clark faces boos, but Golden State Valkyries fans made sure she felt it. When the Fever played in San Francisco in May, Clark was booed on almost every play.
— Yahoo Sports

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