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Linda Cohn defends Caitlin Clark against playoff criticism

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 7:20 AM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Linda Cohn defends Caitlin Clark against playoff criticism

Summary

After the Indiana Fever's playoff exit from the WNBA following a loss to the Las Vegas Aces, analyst Linda Cohn criticized impatience over Caitlin Clark's earlier career playoff performance. Cohn highlighted that Clark, at just 24, has only a few seasons under her belt and compared her progression to Michael Jordan's early struggles before his championships. Clark's popularity has led to increased scrutiny regarding her playoff success, which some deem unwarranted at this stage in her career.

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By the Numbers

•Caitlin Clark's third season in the WNBA concludes after the Fever's playoff loss.
•Linda Cohn addressed criticisms of Clark's lack of playoff success.
•Cohn compared Clark's situation to Michael Jordan's early career.
•The Fever's loss occurred in the first round against the Aces.
•Caitlin Clark is just 24 years old, with much of her career ahead.

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7:20 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Stupid’ – Linda Cohn sounds off on impatient Caitlin Clark critics with a Michael Jordan reminder

What they're saying

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Caitlin Clark’s lack of playoff success was questioned after the Indiana Fever’s playoff exit, and WNBA analyst Linda Cohn has used Michael Jordan to explain why that is uncalled for. Caitlin Clark’s third season in the WNBA is done.
— Yahoo Sports

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