WNBA fans criticize Fever GM for comments on Caitlin Clark
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 5:50 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Amber Cox, the general manager of the Indiana Fever, faced backlash after a statement praising Caitlin Clark's influence on the WNBA during the team's end-of-season media availability on October 3. Fans expressed their frustration, calling the comments 'damage control' and 'too little too late,' questioning why such support was not voiced earlier amid Clark's challenges this season. Critics pointed to the Fever's lack of playoff success and suggested that the focus should be on the team's on-court performance rather than attendance figures. The discussion highlighted ongoing tensions between the franchise's management and supporters of their star player.
- •Amber Cox praised Caitlin Clark during media availability on October 3.
- •Critics labeled the comments as damage control amidst Clark's scrutiny.
- •Fans questioned the timing and focus on attendance over winning.
- •Debate arose about the Fever's overall success in the Clark era.
- •Supporters called for stronger backing during criticism against Clark.
- 5:50 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Damage Control,’ ‘Too Little Too Late’ — WNBA World Rips Fever GM Over ‘Thank You to Caitlin Clark’ Message
"Caitlin Clark has spent much of her WNBA career in the middle of conversations that stretch well beyond basketball. Through the praise, criticism, and controversy, the Indiana Fever star’s impact on the league has been difficult to ignore.
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