Is Caitlin Clark wearing a target on her back as she rises to stardom? | The Facility
Fox SportsWednesday, June 18, 2025 at 5:28:19 PM
Former NFL star LeSean McCoy chimed in on the heated Indiana Fever vs. Connecticut Sun game, where rookie phenom Caitlin Clark took a hard foul that sparked a scuffle. McCoy’s take? He’s questioning whether Clark—whose meteoric rise has made her the WNBA’s brightest new star—is now facing extra physicality from opponents who see her as a target. It’s part of a bigger debate about how rising talents get treated when they shake up the league.
Editor’s Note: Clark’s dominance is forcing the WNBA into uncharted territory—both in popularity and in how players adjust to her game. If veterans are playing her rougher, it could signal growing pains for the league as it balances competition with protecting its stars. Either way, all eyes are on how this plays out.
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