so you know does that exclude Diamond the shields from getting criticized hell no hell no and I'm sorry but the more and more that I see this video I mean there's nothing about this that's not intentional I don't give a damn picture this you're the hottest rookie in the WNBA breaking records left and right but instead of Praise you're getting slammed literally that's Caitlyn Clark's reality right now the question is why and who's behind it all before we move on I'd like to ask you a small favor if you appreciate this content please take a second to like this video And subscribe to the channel over 98% of you watch the videos without subscribing it costs you nothing but it makes a huge difference to us so did you click the Subscribe button great thank you so much now back to the video you think 177% is crazy wait till you hear about the Chicago Sky involvement we're not just talking about a tough rookie season anymore this is starting to look like a targeted takedown let's break down these mindblowing stats not only is Caitlyn Clark on the receiving end of 177% of the wnba's flagrant fouls this season but a whopping 80% of those fouls are coming from one team the Chicago Sky it's like they've made it their mission to give Clark the roughest welcome to the league possible now you might be thinking okay but isn't basketball supposed to be physical sure but this goes beyond your typical rough play we're talking about a pattern here folks one that's raising eyebrows and questions across the league take the recent incident with diamond to Shields from the Chicago Sky critics aren't mincing words they're calling it intentional it's like watching a WWE match instead of a basketball game on here exactly this is a basketball court and this keeps happening over and over again Chicago sky foul uh some would call an assault onto a WNBA player and I'm talking about Diamond to shield and how's Clark handling all this in her own words just let them hit you I think at this point I know I'm going to take a couple hard shots a game talk about Grace Under Pressure Clark's not just taking the hits she's adapting to them but here's the thing should she have to is this the wnba's version of hazing or is there something more Sinister at play now you might be wondering how all this physical punishment is affecting Clark's game surely it's got to be taking a toll right well hold on to your seats because this is where it gets really interesting despite being treated like a human pinball on the court Clark's numbers are nothing short of extraordinary we're talking averages of 18.0 points 5.7 rebounds and 8.1 assists per game in any League those would be impressive stats for a rookie facing this kind of of targeting it's downright superhuman but wait there's more remember how we said Clark's not just surviving but thriving well she just became the first WNBA rookie to record a triple double that's right in the face of all this adversity she's out there making history so what does this all mean are we witnessing the birth of a WNBA Superstar or the exposure of a deeper issue within the league is this excessive physicality just part of the game or a deliberate strategy to slow down a rising star one thing's for sure Clark's resilience is off the charts She's Not Just handling the pressure she's using it to fuel her game it's like watching a diamond form under extreme conditions the harder they push the brighter she shines just when you thought the Caitlyn Clark Saga couldn't get any Wilder enter Cheryl swoops why would a WNBA Legend suddenly rush to defend the player accused of assaulting Clark the answer might shock you and it's stirring up a whole new controversy in the league swoops a basketball icon has thrown a curveball into the Clark controversy by defending Diamond D Shields after that Infamous foul so you know does that exclude Diamond the shields from getting criticized hell no hell no including one Cheryl swoops who we all know can't stand Caitlyn Clark has made it blatantly obvious is you'd think a legend would be all about protecting the new Talent right well not so fast swoops took to social media with a message that's got everyone talking Diamond heads up kid hate will not win you you are covered and ain't nothing these evil people can do about it now if that doesn't raise your eyebrows get this swoops had previously thrown some serious shade at Clark she'd suggested that Clark wasn't deserving of the Rookie of the Year award compared to Angel Ree talk about a 180° turn so I don't I don't have any hard feelings towards Caitlyn I my thing is when you put these expectations this flip-flop has fans and analysts alike scratching their heads is there more to this story then meets the eye ESPN analyst El Duncan didn't mince words about swoops his apparent change of heart she called out the beef as very much one-sided Cheryl swoops to Caitlyn Clark and labeled it insane it's like watching a sports drama unfold in real time with plot twists that would make a screenwriter jealous but here's where it gets really interesting swoops defense of the shields isn't just about one player or one foul it's shining a spotlight on some deeper issues in the WNBA we're talking about how physical the game should be how rookies are treated surrounding the foul herd around the world the latest foul her around the world from a WNBA player on the Caitlyn Clark vicious assault boom right there right there and then she tried to act like well I'm going to help you up and whether star players are getting the protection they deserve think about it Clark's been taking hits left and right and now we've got a WNBA Legend seemingly okay with it is this just tough love for a rookie or is there something more going on are we seeing the Old Guard pushing back against the new star on the Block remember how Clark said she knows she's going to take a couple hard shots a game well swoops comments have turned that from a rookie tough luck into a full-blown League controversy it's not just about Clark anymore it's about what kind of League the WNBA wants to be this whole situation is adding a new layer to Clark's Heroes journey in the WNBA she's not just facing challenges on the court now she's got to navigate a Minefield of opinions criticisms and now unexpected Defenders of her opponents it's like she's playing chess while everyone else is playing checkers but here's the kicker all this drama might actually be good for the league how you ask well it's bringing national attention to women's basketball in a way we haven't seen before people who've never watched a WNBA game are suddenly tuning in wanting to see what all the fuss is about and it's not just casual fans the controversy is forcing the league to take a hard look at itself how physical should the game be how do we protect star players without losing the intensity that makes basketball great these are questions that need answering and thanks to Clark swoops and this whole situation they're finally getting the attention they deserve all right not just kind of watching but they're getting Real ratings real Revenue in other words people are paying up to see her games at the gate and I'm sorry but the more and more that I see this video I mean there's nothing about this that's not intentional I don't give a damn while the WNBA is buzzing with cont rovery a silent Revolution is happening at the ticket office how much would you pay to watch two rookies face off the answer might make you question everything you thought you knew about women's basketball's appeal remember the epic showdown between Caitlyn Clark and Angel Reese in the 2023 NCAA National Championship well buckle up because that rivalry just got a professional upgrade these two aren't just Making Waves they're causing a tsunami in the WNBA and the numbers prove it let's talk ticket prices for a regular Chicago Sky game you'd shell out about $87 but for the Clark versus Reese matchup try $884 that's not a typo we're talking about a 91 177% increase it's like going from buying a burger to splurging on a five-star meal this isn't just a game anymore it's an event but why the astronomical price tag it's simple Clark and Reese are redefining what it means to be be a rookie in the WNBA Clark the number one overall pick has been setting records left and right she became the first WNBA rookie to score a triple double that's not just good that's legendary not to be outdone Rees pick seventh overall has been making her own kind of History she's set a record for consecutive double doubles showing she's not just a on hit wonder from college these two aren't just playing the game they're changing it their rivalry isn't just about personal Glory it's elevating the entire sport we're seeing unprecedented attention on the WNBA celebrities are filling courtside seats social media is buzzing even people who've never watched a women's basketball game are tuning in but it's not all smooth sailing in a recent game Clark and Reese were involved in a hard foul incident that went uncalled the intensity of their college rivalry has clearly carried over to the pros it's adding fuel to an already blazing fire this intensity is Raising questions is the physicality too much are these rookies changing the game or is the game changing them one thing's for sure it's making for some must-watch basketball Clark's handling of the pressure is particularly impressive despite being the target of some rough play she's not backing down her stats speak for themselves 17 points and 13 assists in a recent game against the sky but it's not just about the numbers it's about how she's adapting to the Pro game learning when to take charge and when to set up her teammates Reese meanwhile is proving she's more than just Clark's rival she's carving out her own identity in the league showing the same Fierce competitiveness that made her a college standout together they're proving that the future of women's basketball is in good hands the Clark Reese rivalry is doing more than just selling tickets it's changing perceptions people who dismissed women's basketball are taking notice the skill the intensity the drama it's all there and it's drawing in new fans by the thousands