Caitlin Clark found support from WNBA fans after a conversation involving Jack Mac and Pearl Davis sparked backlash over comments about women’s sports, particularly the WNBA.
On a recent episode of the Journalisming podcast hosted by Jack Mac, Davis shared several blunt takes, saying WNBA players “deserve less money” and claiming that nobody wants to watch women miss layups. The comments quickly circulated online and drew criticism.
Davis’ remarks about Clark’s popularity, however, drew the strongest reaction.
“Caitlin Clark is famous because she went back and forth with Angel Reese,” said Davis, a statement that immediately upset many fans.
@cdssportspod pushed back, saying, “She’s mostly right on the WNBA but she’s really misinformed on Caitlin Clark’s fame. She’s simply repeating the mainstream media lie.”
She’s mostly right on the WNBA but she’s really misinformed on Caitlin Clark’s fame. She’s simply repeating the mainstream media lie.
— CDS Uncensored (@cdssportspod) January 29, 2026
@Taylerhc added, “But people actually do watch Caitlin for her being exceptionally talented. That’s proven in all the data.”
Not everyone disagreed with Davis.
@wildmigo90 doubled down, saying, “Shes right about them feeling entitled when league wasnt known till 2 years ago.”
Clark’s impact on the league over the past few years has been difficult to ignore. In 2024 alone, her WNBA debut against the Connecticut Sun on May 14 became the most-watched WNBA game since 2002 on ESPN2 or any cable network, helping drive renewed attention toward the league.
“Much better choice than Angel Reese”: WNBA fans debate on Caitlin Clark’s NBA broadcasting debut
Clark’s name hasn’t left the spotlight, as she’s set to make her NBA broadcasting debut on February 1 when the New York Knicks host the LA Lakers at Madison Square Garden.
She’ll join NBC’s studio team as a special contributor for a handful of games, a move that once again split opinions among WNBA fans.
@DavidErnestkag took a shot at Clark’s rival, saying, “Much better choice than having Angel (Devil) Reese do it. Angel would probably just start cussing and get NBC a bunch of $$ fines.”
@biggvvicc thinks she’s primed even at just a young age, responding, “Only played 1.5 seasons in the WNBA btw but is ready to school you on hoops!”
Meanwhile, @kemp_woody66810 offered advice instead of criticism, saying, “I hope she doesn’t get caught up in all the drama and wokeness.”
Between podcast debates and broadcast opportunities, Caitlin Clark continues to sit at the center of WNBA discussion — praised by some, questioned by others, and rarely ignored.
