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Sophie Cunningham defends comments on Kelsey Mitchell amid fan backlash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 4:02 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Sophie Cunningham defends comments on Kelsey Mitchell amid fan backlash
Summary

Sophie Cunningham addressed fans' concerns following her praise for Kelsey Mitchell during a discussion on the No Hesitation Show. Although she acknowledged Mitchell's MVP candidacy, some fans expressed frustration, believing it undermined Caitlin Clark's performance. Cunningham emphasized that both players deserve recognition, stating that the discourse surrounding their performances has been amplified by social media. She highlighted Mitchell's record-breaking scoring streak and confirmed that enthusiasm for both players is warranted as the WNBA season progresses.

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  • •Cunningham praised Mitchell and Clark on the No Hesitation Show.
  • •Fans reacted negatively over perceived bias towards Mitchell.
  • •Cunningham defended the recognition of both players' achievements.
  • •Mitchell has set a WNBA record for consecutive 20-point games.
  • •The debate points to ongoing discussions about player recognition in the WNBA.
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  • 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — Sophie Cunningham clears air after Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell debate infuriates fans
What they're saying
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Sophie Cunningham had high praise for Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark but defended the pushback she received over recent comments.

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