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Cheryl Miller gives grace to Caitlin Clark amid frustrations with Indiana Fever

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:30 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Cheryl Miller gives grace to Caitlin Clark amid frustrations with Indiana Fever

Summary

Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever is experiencing pressure this season, marked by injuries and criticism. Following an intense exchange with head coach Stephanie White, Clark was briefly benched over the weekend. Cheryl Miller and Sue Bird discussed the incident, acknowledging the need for player growth amidst intense scrutiny. On Tuesday, Miller emphasized the overwhelming expectations on Clark and expressed support for her handling frustrations. Both Miller and Bird highlighted the changes in media attention surrounding women's basketball, affecting how player dynamics are perceived.

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•Clark is dealing with injuries and criticism in a tough season.
•An exchange with White resulted in Clark being benched briefly.
•Miller and Bird discussed the incident on WNBA Showtime.
•Miller acknowledged the unprecedented pressure Clark faces.
•The media scrutiny on player interactions in women's sports is increasing.

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10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Cheryl Miller understands ‘overwhelming’ expectations Caitlin Clark faces: ‘I’m gonna give her some grace’

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For the first time in her basketball career, cracks are starting to show in Caitlin Clark’s facade. Dealing with injuries, criticism about her defensive abilities, and a struggling Indiana Fever season so far, Clark has been letting her emotions show. Along with getting snippy with the media, she got into an intense exchange with head…
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