Tennis Legend Chris Evert Shows Support to Caitlin Clark After ‘Nasty’ Fever vs Sun WNBA 2025 Game
The Fever vs Sun match-up in the 2025 Commissioner’s Cup round got ‘out of control’. Instead of a basketball game, the Gainbridge Arena turned into a wrestling ring with players from both teams getting physical and going after each other. It all started with the poke in the eye treatment by Jacy Sheldon to Caitlin Clark in the third quarter. For the whole game, defenders were playing physical against the Fever guard and double-teaming her from the midcourt.
Sophie Cunningham also responded with a hard foul in the final minutes of the game, and things got accelerated, with Jacy trying to hit Sophie. While the scenes at the Gainbridge Arena went viral, poor officiating and behavior of the Sun players were heavily criticized by the fans.
One of the most accomplished female athletes of all time weighed in. Former tennis star Chris Evert posted on X after the game: “When will these ladies realize, accept, and appreciate Caitlin Clark is the best thing that ever happened to women’s basketball. This is a bad look for the sport and what’s happened to sportsmanship?”
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Caitlin Clark – Best Thing Happened to WNBA?
While Chris Evert labels Caitlin Clark as the ‘best thing happened to Women’s Basketball’, there are clear indicators supporting her claim. Caitlin Clark’s entry into the WNBA has been nothing short of transformative. Drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever in 2024, she quickly became the face of the league, drawing unprecedented attention and viewership. Her rookie season was historic: she led the WNBA in assists with 8.4 per game, set a new rookie scoring record with 769 points, and made 122 three-pointers, surpassing the previous rookie record. Clark also became the first rookie since Candace Parker in 2008 to earn All-WNBA First Team honors and was named Rookie of the Year.
Her impact extended beyond the court. The 2024 WNBA Draft, where Clark was selected, averaged 2.45 million viewers, the most in WNBA draft history. Her debut game against the Connecticut Sun was the most-watched WNBA game since 2002, and her game against the New York Liberty set the league’s ABC viewership record with 1.71 million viewers.
In 2025, Clark continued to shine. After a brief injury hiatus, she returned to lead the Fever to a 102–88 victory over the New York Liberty, scoring 32 points, including seven three-pointers, along with eight rebounds and nine assists. Her performances have not only elevated her team but have also significantly boosted the league’s visibility and popularity.
Caitlin Clark is more than just a player; she’s a catalyst for the WNBA’s growth, inspiring a new generation of fans and players alike.
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