Caitlin Clark trade rumors arise amid Sparks coaching speculation

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Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Caitlin Clark trade rumors arise amid Sparks coaching speculation
Summary

Caitlin Clark's name surfaced in trade rumors connecting her to the Los Angeles Sparks after a broadcast comment from Mychal Thompson. Meanwhile, Jason Whitlock claimed the Indiana Fever are keen to trade her, suggesting UCLA’s Cori Close replace Sparks coach Lynne Roberts. Clark's performance during the Fever's recent victory over the Atlanta Dream, where she nearly achieved a triple-double, has drawn further attention. However, these allegations have been characterized as opportunistic, fueled by Clark's celebrity and a recent verbal confrontation with her coach, Stephanie White.

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  • •Mychal Thompson linked Caitlin Clark to potential Sparks trade.
  • •Jason Whitlock claimed Fever are actively shopping Clark.
  • •Cori Close of UCLA is rumored to replace Sparks' Lynne Roberts.
  • •Clark posted 17 points, 8 assists in recent Fever win.
  • •Speculation follows recent on-court confrontation between Clark and coach White.
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  • 3:01 AMYahoo Sports — The silly Caitlin Clark-Sparks trade rumors, explained (as best we can)
  • 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark to the Sparks? Why viral trade rumor isn't what it seems
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Where in tarnation did this ridiculous rumor spring up?

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Where there's smoke, there isn't necessarily fire.

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