- WNBA. Caitlin Clark is adjusting to the WNBA, but she'll be fine despite early struggles
- WNBA. Caitlin Clark vents her frustration confronting referee face to face after a rough start in the WNBA
Ever since Caitlin Clark's debut with the Indiana Fever, fans have been eagerly awaiting the standout performances they had become accustomed to during her time at Iowa. However, the transition to the WNBA has not been seamless for the Hawkeye legend.
It seems like she's been pushing too hard when she has the ball, leading to turnovers and visible frustration. Despite this, there's no doubt that Clark's exceptional talent will eventually shine through, and she'll find her rhythm in the WNBA.
Sue Bird, a legendary figure in the WNBA, has weighed in on Clark's struggles and offered some insight into what might be holding her back. During an appearance on the "Rich Eisen Show," Bird pointed out that it seems like Clark is carrying the weight of the entire league on her shoulders. While acknowledging that this speaks to her incredible potential, Bird also noted that it's a lot of pressure for a young player to handle.
She observed that Clark hasn't been getting many good scoring opportunities, partly due to the strong defense of the teams she's faced. Bird emphasized the importance of Clark figuring out how to navigate these challenges and make the most of her chances on the court.
Can Clark overcome early WNBA obstacles?
"Sometimes it feels like the weight of the WNBA is on her shoulders," Bird said. "That is both a compliment and warranted... but also a little bit unfair to put so much on her."
"You watch the games and she's not even getting that many great looks," she added. "Some of that is the other team's defense... she's played two of the top defensive teams in the league.... but some of that is figuring it out."
It's clear that Bird's assessment comes from a place of understanding and experience, and her words carry weight in the basketball community. Her observations shed light on the challenges that Clark is facing as she adjusts to the demands of the WNBA.
As fans eagerly await Clark's next game, there's hope that she will take Bird's advice to heart and work on finding her footing in the league. With time and perseverance, there's no doubt that Caitlin Clark will soon be back to scoring in the impressive manner that fans have come to expect from her.