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Jason Whitlock criticizes Stephanie White's Fever tenure amid Team USA success

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 8:21 AM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Jason Whitlock criticizes Stephanie White's Fever tenure amid Team USA success

Summary

Jason Whitlock has called for Stephanie White to improve her coaching approach with the Indiana Fever after her successful stint as an assistant with Team USA. Despite criticism over her handling of players, particularly Caitlin Clark, Whitlock acknowledged her notable contributions to Team USA's gold medal at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. He expressed that White should bring similar energy and strategy to her role with the Fever, which currently faces pressure from fans for her coaching methods.

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By the Numbers

•Whitlock urges White to adapt her success with Team USA to Fever.
•White has faced criticism over her treatment of players, especially Caitlin Clark.
•Team USA won gold at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup under White.
•Fever fans are calling for changes in coaching leadership.

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8:21 AMYahoo Sports — Jason Whitlock wants Stephanie White to fix her ‘little tantrum’ on Fever amid Team USA success

What they're saying

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Stephanie White urged to bring her Team USA version to the Indiana Fever. Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White has faced a plethora of criticism over her handling of WNBA players before the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup.
— Yahoo Sports

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