Caitlin Clark omitted from MVP race graphic amid strong performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 8:47 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Caitlin Clark recorded her fourth career triple-double against the Portland Fire on Friday, continuing her dominant season with averages of 21.6 points, 8.0 assists, and 4.1 rebounds per game. Despite this, she was excluded from a WNBA MVP race graphic by ION, leading to reactions from fans highlighting perceived biases against her. Some argue the system undermines her achievements, while others feel she does not merit inclusion among the top candidates. Clark’s next opportunity to strengthen her MVP case will come on Sunday against the Minnesota Lynx.
- •Caitlin Clark logs fourth triple-double against Portland Fire.
- •Excluded from ION's WNBA MVP race graphic.
- •Averages 21.6 points, 8.0 assists this season.
- •Mixed reactions from fans on social media.
- •Facing WNBA leaders Minnesota Lynx next.
- 8:47 PMYahoo Sports — ‘System is Rigged’ – WNBA World Reacts as Caitlin Clark Is Snubbed in MVP Projections Despite Recent Dominance
"Caitlin Clark is in the midst of an impressive run, and continued her explosive form by recording her fourth career triple-double against the Portland Fire on Friday. However, Clark was surprisingly omitted from a graphic for the WNBA MVP race by broadcaster ION, leaving fans surprised.
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