Caitlin Clark faces MVP race challenges against A’ja Wilson and Olivia Miles

Women’s basketball journalists Annie Costabile and Sabreena Merchant highlighted the MVP race involving A’ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark, and Olivia Miles in an article published on August 21, 2026. The analysis suggests Clark's candidacy may be overshadowed by the rising attention on Miles. Fans expressed their frustration over Clark's perceived exclusion from MVP discussions, questioning the media's focus. Wilson aims for her fifth MVP award, while Clark's potential remains strong if the Indiana Fever contend for the title. Miles could make history by winning both MVP and Rookie of the Year this season.

• 8:19 AMYahoo Sports — “WNBA Media Has Perfected the Gaslighting”: Fans React As Analysts Explain Why Caitlin Clark Has Been Sidelined in the MVP Race With A’ja Wilson And Olivia Miles