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WNBA analysts criticized for excluding Caitlin Clark from All-Star discussion

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 11:16 AM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

WNBA analysts criticized for excluding Caitlin Clark from All-Star discussion

Summary

At the WNBA All-Star Weekend on July 15, analysts discussed potential future stars of the league but did not mention Caitlin Clark, leading to backlash from fans. Analysts Elle Duncan, LaChina Robinson, and Ari Chambers praised other players, particularly Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese, while Clark's absence from the conversation generated significant online criticism. Fans highlighted Clark's strong commercial impact, citing record attendance and viewership. The discussion has sparked a broader dialogue about the visibility of top players in the league and their contributions.

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Latest Updates

•Caitlin Clark omitted from All-Star Weekend analyst discussion.
•Analysts praised Paige Bueckers as future star.
•Clark achieved record attendance of 19,783 at the All-Star Game.
•Fans criticized analysts for downplaying Clark's impact.
•Discussion highlights ongoing visibility issues for key players.

Latest Updates

11:16 AMYahoo Sports — WNBA Analysts Face Backlash for Leaving Out Caitlin Clark During All-Star Discussion Despite Record-Breaking Attendance

What they're saying

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A light-hearted discussion at All-Star Weekend with some of the WNBA’s most recognizable analysts has sparked a large amount of backlash online. However, instead of being focused on who was included, the criticism was on one player who went unmentioned: Caitlin Clark.
— Yahoo Sports

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