Jason Whitlock criticizes media coverage of Caitlin Clark's injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 12:13 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Jason Whitlock expressed frustration over the lack of media inquiries regarding Caitlin Clark's health during a presser with Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White. Clark, sidelined with a recurring back injury, was out in the Fever's recent 111-87 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. Whitlock highlighted that only one question about Clark's status was asked at the press conference. The Fever's overall season record stands at 11-8, with Clark's absence contributing to performance challenges. Whitlock's comments followed a series of controversies surrounding Clark, including her recent behavior on the court. The Fever's next game against the Las Vegas Aces serves as a critical test for the team as they adjust to Clark's absence.
- •Caitlin Clark missed the Fever's game due to a back injury.
- •The Fever won against the Sparks, improving their record to 11-8.
- •Only one question was asked about Clark's status at the presser.
- •Tyasha Harris stepped up in Clark's absence, scoring 16 points.
- •The Fever faces the Las Vegas Aces next.
- 12:13 AMYahoo Sports — “Afraid to ask woman a difficult question” – Jason Whitlock Blasts Fever Media’s Tepid Caitlin Clark Injury Coverage During Stephanie White’s Presser
"Jason Whitlock is back with another of his rants on social media in relation to Caitlin Clark. The Indiana Fever guard was out of the team’s win over the short-handed Los Angeles Sparks 111-87 on Saturday due to the recurring back injury that has been bugging her since the start of the season.
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