Diana Taurasi discusses Caitlin Clark's focus during WNBA season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 9:39 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
Diana Taurasi recently expressed admiration for how Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark maintains her focus on the court despite significant external attention. Speaking on The Bill Simmons Podcast, the veteran observed that the pressure surrounding the young player dissipates once play begins. Clark, who leads the WNBA in points created, has sustained high production throughout the season, including record-setting totals in August for points and assists. Her efforts have helped keep the Indiana Fever as a focal point for league viewership in recent weeks. As the season nears its conclusion, Clark remains a contender for the 2026 league MVP title. She faces competition for the honor from fellow players including Kelsey Mitchell and A’ja Wilson.
- •Diana Taurasi praised Caitlin Clark's ability to compartmentalize off-court noise during games.
- •Caitlin Clark leads all WNBA players in total points created this season.
- •The Indiana Fever player set a league record for points and assists during August.
- •Caitlin Clark is currently in contention for the 2026 WNBA MVP award.
- 9:39 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark Gets Bypassed As Diana Taurasi Singles Out Olivia Miles As Special Talent
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Diana Taurasi explains what she’s ‘always admired’ about Caitlin Clark
"Diana Taurasi has been speaking about Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark and how she is able to block out the off-court noise around her and just focus on playing once she gets onto the court. Clark is one of the biggest names in the WNBA and her Indiana Fever side have been one of the most-watched teams in the league in the last month or so.
"Caitlin Clark is having the best season of her career so far, despite a slow start due to injuries. Oftentimes, her name’s being thrown into the MVP debate for this season, and with Team USA gunning for their fifth straight gold in the FIBA Women’s World Cup, she’s expected to lead the pack. However, WNBA [...]
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 9:39 PMCaitlin Clark Gets Bypassed As Diana Taurasi Singles Out Olivia Miles As Special Talent
Caitlin Clark is having the best season of her career so far, despite a slow start due to injuries. Oftentimes, her name’s being thrown into the MVP debate for this season, and with Team USA gunning for their fifth straight gold in the FIBA Women’s World Cup, she’s expected to lead the pack. However, WNBA [...]
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 8:00 AMDiana Taurasi explains what she’s ‘always admired’ about Caitlin Clark
Diana Taurasi has been speaking about Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark and how she is able to block out the off-court noise around her and just focus on playing once she gets onto the court. Clark is one of the biggest names in the WNBA and her Indiana Fever side have been one of the most-watched teams in the league in the last month or so.
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