‘Sheryl Swoopes a Straight Hater’: Fans Slam WNBA Legend Over Questionable Caitlin Clark Take

Sheryl Swoopes draws ire from fans for her controversial comments on Caitlin Clark's impact on the Indiana Fever and the Rookie of the Year race.

Published on Aug 01, 2024  |  09:30 PM IST |  99.4K
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Sheryl Swoopes on Caitlin Clark

Following her contentious remarks regarding Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark's impact on her team, WNBA great Sheryl Swoopes found herself in hot water with the fan base. Swoopes made a comment that upset Clark's fans. The fans quickly and fiercely retaliated, using social media to voice their annoyance and stand up for their favorite athlete. 

During a recent conversation regarding the WNBA Rookie of the Year competition, Swoopes asserted that the Indiana Fever could still qualify for the playoffs without Caitlin Clark, while the Chicago Sky would struggle without Angel Reese. This claim set up a furor among Clark's followers, who took to social networking platform X (formerly Twitter) to quickly express their disapproval.A supporter said, "Sheryl Swoopes is a legend. She shouldn’t try to diminish her own career by being a hater." 


"Sheryl Swoopes a straight hater, lol CC THE BEST WOMEN BASKETBALL PLAYER EVER," another admirer fervently backed Clark.


In one fan's critique, Swoopes' judgment was questioned, saying, "At first, I thought Sheryl Swoopes was a hater, but it's actually giving cognitive impairment."


Caitlin Clark had an indisputable influence on the Indiana Fever. In 2020–2022, the team had an extremely challenging season, winning six games or fewer per year. Despite finishing the season with a 13-27 record, the Fever did show improvement after choosing Aliyah Boston with the first overall pick in the 2023 WNBA Draft. This year, with Clark joining the group, they have progressed.

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In addition to drawing criticism, Swoopes' comments prompted some of her supporters to reexamine her earlier scandals. In an effort to undermine her, fans even dug up prior scandals and accused her of being a "hater." The fervor and devotion of Caitlin Clark's fan base, which views her as a key player in the Fever's comeback, are demonstrated by this strong response.

The debate surrounding Caitlin Clark's role in the Rookie of the Year competition and her service to the Indiana Fever has sparked discussions about individual award standards and the value of players to their teams. While some agree with Swoopes that the Fever might still make the playoffs without Clark, others counter that Clark is an essential player due to her leadership and statistical accomplishments.

Sheryl Swoopes' remarks regarding Caitlin Clark have sparked intense discussion among WNBA supporters, many of whom have emphasized the devoted following that Clark has amassed in just her first season. Although Swoopes' opinions are based on her deep knowledge and comprehension of the game, the outcry from supporters highlights the solid bond and assistance that Clark has given. As the Rookie of the Year competition progresses, it will be interesting to observe how these conversations affect attitudes and results among the WNBA community.

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Also Read: Caitlin Clark Opens Up on Being Left Out of Team USA for 2024 Paris Olympics

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