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Caitlin Clark missing from WNBA's 30-year anniversary poster sparks controversy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 6:32 AM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Caitlin Clark missing from WNBA's 30-year anniversary poster sparks controversy

Summary

Caitlin Clark, drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever in 2024, was absent from the WNBA’s 30-year anniversary poster. Fans expressed frustration over her omission, considering her significant impact on the league. Analyst Darren Rovell stated that Clark’s absence is due to licensing issues, as the company responsible for the poster, Wincraft, lacked permission to use her likeness. This revelation shifts the narrative from perceived disrespect to a business-related decision regarding image rights.

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By the Numbers

•Caitlin Clark plays for the Indiana Fever, drafted first overall in 2024.
•Fans were upset over her exclusion from the WNBA's anniversary poster.
•Analyst claims Clark's absence is due to licensing rights held by her team.
•Wincraft, the poster's creator, did not have permission to use her likeness.
•The controversy reflects Clark's marketability and significance in the league.

Latest Updates

6:32 AMYahoo Sports — The real reason why Caitlin Clark wasn’t on WNBA’s 30-year anniversary poster has nothing to do with ‘disrespect’

What they're saying

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Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark continues to find herself in the middle of controversy this season. Ever since being picked as the No.
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