The Caitlin Clark vs. Paige Bueckers debate just got another twist — and this time, it involves a WNBA Hall of Famer.
Fans were quick to raise eyebrows after Sheryl Swoopes showed up wearing a Paige Bueckers t-shirt during an episode of “Gil’s Arena,” adding more fuel to the growing rivalry between the Indiana Fever’s golden girl and the Dallas Wings’ top draft pick. The Mirror broke the story on Tuesday, and let’s just say Clark’s fanbase was not feeling it.
Social media lit up with reactions, accusing the three-time WNBA MVP of subtle shade. But Swoopes? Unbothered. She clapped back in true queen fashion, posting a GIF of Venus Williams vibing to Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX performance with the caption:
“I love my fans!!! Y’all make it a great day!!! ❤️ Remember haters gonna hate! Go be great!”
While the internet debated her intentions, what’s clear is this: Swoopes is backing Bueckers — and the pressure is now on for Paige to deliver in her rookie year with the Wings. The former UConn star is entering the league with heavy expectations after a standout college career and a national title to her name.
Sheryl Swoopes Shows Love to Caitlin Clark and the Fever Too
Let’s keep it a buck, though — Swoopes isn’t anti-Clark. In fact, she had nothing but praise for the Indiana Fever’s offseason moves during a recent chat with ESPN.
“You add the OG DeWanna Bonner… Natasha Howard bringing that defensive energy… and Aliyah Boston just keeps leveling up,” Swoopes said. “Caitlin’s clearly been in the lab too — she’s stronger, smarter, and ready.”
Swoopes also gave Kelsey Mitchell her flowers, calling her “a walking bucket,” and said the Fever look locked in for a breakout year after ending their eight-season playoff drought.
So, is this a rivalry or just healthy competition? Either way, buckle up. With Clark lighting it up in Indy and Bueckers out to prove she’s the real deal in Dallas, the WNBA just got a whole lot spicier.
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