Caitlin Clark Got Her Reality Check From Diana Taurasi

0:00 - Intro
0:16 - Diana Taursai Reality Check Comment
0:51 - Karma From Diana?/Intense Game
1:35 - Diana Pregame Comments vs Caitlin Clark Pregame Comments
2:07 - Diana Taursai Comments On Caitlin Clark Postgame
2:47 - Was USA Commitee Wrong?
3:24 - Caitlin Clark Need Better Teammates?
4:36 - Christie Sides Comments/Caitlin Clark Vet Comments
5:37 - Caitlin Clark On Diana Taursai Impact
6:53 - Caitlin Highlights From Game
PHOENIX from a migraine and being pressured hard by Phoenix's defense, Caitlin Clark still delivered Sunday. The Fever guard finished one rebound short of what would have been the first triple-double by a WNBA rookie as Indiana beat the Mercury 88-82.
The game was dubbed "The Goat" (the Mercury's Diana Taurasi) vs. "The Rook" (Clark) -- one a 42-year-old legend who has won three WNBA titles and five Olympic gold medals, the other a 22-year-old playing for the first time in Phoenix.
As is typical for Clark and Indiana this season, Fever supporters made up a decent-sized portion of the sellout crowd of 17,071 at Footprint Center. Despite the Fever falling behind 17-4 to open the game, trailing by 11 at halftime and being down as much as 15 in the second half, the Fever sent their fans home happy.
Clark didn't come to the postgame news conference because she wasn't feeling well, but did talk briefly to ESPN's Christine Williamson on court after the game.
"I'm just happy we won," said Clark, who finished with 15 points, 12 assists and 9 rebounds. "It was cool to play against [Taurasi], and obviously a really great game. This crowd was absolutely incredible."
Taurasi, in her 20th WNBA season, is the WNBA's all-time leading scorer. Clark finished her Iowa career in early April as the all-time leading scorer in Division I basketball, men or women.
Both were No. 1 draft picks with big workloads as rookies. But Taurasi, WNBA Rookie of the Year in 2004, came of age in the days before social media, let alone NIL deals. Those things have greatly impacted Clark's profile. Her rookie season has been in a much bigger spotlight because of technology differences and the growth of the WNBA the past 20 years.
Taurasi's remark during the college season that "Reality is coming," regarding Clark's transition to the WNBA was no different than anything the veteran has said about rookies her whole career. After Sunday's game, Taurasi praised Clark.
"It's amazing what Caitlin's been able to do in her short career so far," Taurasi said. "The one thing that I really love about her, she loves the game. You can tell she's put the work in. ... It's been a lot of pressure, a lot of things thrown at her, and she keeps showing up and keeps getting better every single game.
"So her future is super bright, and being a veteran and being in this league for a long, long time, it is pretty cool to see that and go into the future."
Taurasi, the oldest active player in the WNBA, is the gold standard for guards in the league, and she did her part Sunday with 19 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists and 3 steals. Fellow guard Natasha Cloud had 15 points and 7 assists, while center Brittney Griner led Phoenix with 24 points.
But the Fever won the rebounding battle 42-28 led by forward NaLyssa Smith's 15 boards. Centers Aliyah Boston (17 points) and Temi Fagbenle (10), forward Smith (12) and guard Kelsey Mitchell (16) joined Clark in double-digit scoring.
"We continue to tell each other, 'We're good, stay here, pay attention to what we have to do,'" forward Aliyah Boston said. "Use that as energy for us, not as a distraction, not worrying about if they're going to foul us hard or not. Every night it's going to be a battle, so we have to be ready for it."
It was the first time since 2022 that the Fever were able to rally for a victory from down at least 15 points. After going 1-8 to start the season in May, the Fever went 7-4 in June. Indiana hasn't made the playoffs since 2016 but is currently in position to do so.
"That's a team that for the last couple years [has been] trying to get to back to their glory days of Tamika Catchings and putting up a banner," Taurasi said of the Fever. "I think what [Clark is] doing for that team right now is pretty impressive."
Clark was 4-of-14 from the field, taking shots against six different Mercury defenders throughout the game. But her passing was one of the biggest keys to the Fever victory.
The game got chippy at points, with the teams combining for five technical fouls and two flagrant fouls. Despite the Mercury being the more veteran team, the Fever kept their cool down the stretch.

[@ShaunaCross1]

Rookie w/ a migraine leading a team w/ no Olympians - vs a team with 3 Olympians. She's earned her spot - not bc fame - but bc SKILL. The fans are there bc she's a hooper. Period. Great game. DT does her legacy better not being a hater.

[@michaellacross5266]

Her migraine was Copper. Copper dogged her defensively the entire game. Copper sacrificed her scoring (she's the 3rd leading scorer in the league) to focus on defending CC and it worked. CC was a non-factor scoring wise. 4-14 made CC the worst shooter on the team today.

[@user-bp7vi6de2l]

Typical CC hatets. ​@@michaellacross5266

[@jaylucas8352]

@@michaellacross5266 might want to do something about stopping the triple double …12 assists and ran the offense like a masterclass. 44 of 88 points were scored or assist from Clark

[@johnabbott257]

​@@michaellacross5266Copper shot 20% with 3 rebs, 2 assts. Please. Taurasi shot 2/10 from 3 pt range and had 3 rebs, 3 assts. Stop the hate, it looks ridiculous.

[@TheMeefive]

Another SIX turnovers keeps her on pace for over 200. The current turn over season high is 135, she has 106.

[@tollbridgeahead1034]

When Taurasi said reality is coming, turns out reality was Caitlin Clark.

[@mroctober3583]

Too Sweet !

[@antonmcgill7161]

She shot 4-14 and 2-10 from 3

[@CARPB147]

@@antonmcgill7161 They still won didn't they? Without the Olympians like the other team.

[@antonmcgill7161]

@@CARPB147 CC got carried

[@CARPB147]

@@antonmcgill7161 We'll see in the long run. It may take some time to convince the less insightful in the public, but this one is something special.

[@tt404]

Catlin is like curry , says the right things plays the right way & keeps heads down & that’s what people like

[@EriktheRaids82D]

Exactly. Perfectly said.

[@Stephenwhite013]

Ya but she can’t shoot like curry 4-14

[@tbjb009]

​@Stephenwhite013 trust me, Curry has had plenty of bad shooting nights!!!

[@eudymaverickmentor]

@@Stephenwhite013 It's not just about shooting. It's about genrating points. *_Catilin Clark_* Ponts 15 Assits 12 = 28 points _Points Generated_ 15+28= *43 points* Rebounds 9 Turnovers 6 *_Diana Taurasi_* Ponts 19 Assits 3 = 6 points _Points Generated_ 19+3= *22 points* Rebounds 3 Turnovers 5

[@randygraham926]

@@Stephenwhite013 How many times have you watched Steph play? Once? 😂 You're unaware that Steph has had terrible shooting nights in his career? Clark is the closest female player in the world to a Steph Curry.

[@louisgittings3708]

Michael Jordan got me watching the NBA. Caitlyn Clark got me watching the WNBA. It certainly isn't about race...it's about watching greatness at its infancy...

[@jeremiahbrown1042]

My same story. Although I quit watching the NBA once Jordan was gone

[@bmw328iowner8]

@@jeremiahbrown1042 Larry Bird + CC.

[@antonmcgill7161]

So 15 point shooting 4-14 and 2-10 from 3 makes you watch the wnba, mj actually put on a show

[@aarongerig9223]

Than why can’t you spell her name correctly? Casual.

[@louisgittings3708]

​@@antonmcgill7161I'm watching the infancy of greatness. I'm watching the gal who broke Maravich's all-time NCAA scoring record. And, contrary to her haters' claims, she averaged 19.9 shots/game vs Pete's 38.1. She also had 600 fewer shots despite playing more games than The Pistol. Jordan didn't break that scoring record. She's a rookie and will only get better...as if Jordan had stellar games every time he hit the floor. We tuned in to see what he'd do next. I tune in to see what Clark will do next. The fact she's firing from distances atypical for the women's game, should force defenders to have come out much further which opens the floor more for Mitchell...and others...

[@deejaydiabolic]

Hearing the opposing crowd roar in cheers every time Caitlin drained baskets speaks for itself.

[@chhansen9813]

She literally got a standing ovation as she left the court after signing autographs!

[@certifiedvibez]

Not to mention she signed autographs for mercury fans.

[@hottrakz]

@@chhansen9813 no doubt Clark bought out a lot of fans in addition to the home fans the ovation was a nice thing it was definitely to combat all of the hating fans who were making narratives for Caitlin Clark showing not everyone is hating. The only haters out there are caitlyn Clark super fans some people just love the game and that's mostly people who pay to watch it. As time goes on the real fans will filter out and the dust will settle. This was a good regular season win for the fever but let's not through a parade two days ago the team was in shambles. They have to play two more times don't forget these girls are veterans and champions

[@chhansen9813]

@@hottrakz LMMFAO! You go girl! Try and learn how to spell her name, it's everywhere for Pete's sake

[@deejaydiabolic]

@@hottrakz lol you should switch your name to hot takes cause that's what you be spitting.

[@katief.1696]

Once Clark showed up in the WNBA, no other teams have home court advantage anymore because the entire arena is cheering for Clark where ever she plays.

[@lev0n3241968]

Amen

[@babyboi3]

Lmfao delusions

[@michaellacross5266]

Hmmmm.....good point. But then if the crowd is always cheering for her, then why are the Fever only .400?

[@arlenedimakiling6280]

@@michaellacross5266 ask the coach

[@hottrakz]

I don't even think you believe that

[@napoleonmadrid9320]

Caitlin signed more autographs than Taurasi. Reality is here! Lmao

[@hottrakz]

Caitlin has to sign a lot more autographs to do that. This is the problem with y'all hating fans it's only gonna lead to hurt feelings near the end of the season and a bunch of crying and excuse making again. Take the W and enjoy it

[@spakkx]

@@hottrakz cry somewhere else, people are just making bitter professionals eat their words if they act cocky.

[@hottrakz]

@@spakkx talk that when you get above 500

[@efraquilla]

@@hottrakztell me you are butthurt without telling me you are butthurt

[@BryantBrothers-gm1qx]

Autographs don't equal CHAMPIONSHIPS ALL STAR GAME MVPS BEING THE LEAGUES ALL TIME LEADING SCORERS..yall completely ignore who these ladies are and what they have done,smh

[@kjabber7245]

Speaking of bringing eyes to the game. With 3 Olympians, the Mercury average 9100 fans per game this season. CC comes into town and 17,000 show up.

[@Sambone702]

It would have been 27, 000 if they had the seats.

[@frankingram3477]

Insane.

[@hubertdeyette5070]

Wish Caitlin Clark had in her contract to get a % of tickey sales per game

[@martywood9299]

@@hubertdeyette5070what a great point.

[@charlesharmon5447]

WHEN ARE THE VETERNS GOING TO GIVE HER A BREAK. IT JUST MAKES THEM LOOK BAD! CAITLIN IS JUST ONLY GOING TO GET BETTER AND BETTER.

[@user-cd4js1wu9e]

you mean the way Dianna has been one of the greatest for her career.

[@cymandejackson956]

The difference between the NBA and wnba is that when greatness is seen they don't play those petty games. When LeBron came into the league and his teammates didn't wanna play with him they traded them the next season 😂

[@MsNerdsRevenge]

Is that how athletics go? It's Competition. And it's the oldest moon of the Galaxy with the most craters. Valhalla is Valhalla. It's waking up in the Midwest.

[@Life-of-Bluegrass_Music]

​@@cymandejackson956James is garbage.

[@Headintodreams]

Just wait until Caitlin's body gets stronger...oh I'm just excited to see it happen!!!

[@alphadoom4970]

Damn, I could see it during the game, I knew she didn't feel well, but I didn't know that about her migraines. I mean, a MIGRAINE SHUTS ME DOWN! To say that she scored a TRIPLE DOUBLE off of 3 Olympian veterans in her first game against them and she had a migraine the whole time!?! She is a STAR. I wish I had that much fortitude!

[@marisoltammero3331]

She is so sincere in her admiration of all these great women that have come before her. That's all she wants is to have her place among them. It's sad that there are those that have made it something else.

[@sheilamclaughlin963]

Plus a stupid coach trying to tear her down

[@Kostly]

Clark is like "I'm gonna keep playing the game I'm trying to teach y'all."

[@user-ne2qy1ot3r]

Caitlin Clark, we out here in the real world know how great you are.

[@McFeedback1968]

I am a 56 year old fat white man from Canada. I have never watched an entire NBA game and I was not a basketball fan until yesterday afternoon. I watched the whole game, and I am definitely a CC fan. I would say every woman in that league should be heaving a sigh of relief. She is a Gretzky level, generational talent profile and it will grow the WNBA exponentially.

[@brucevandermeulen4170]

Yes, treat her the way she deserves, and the whole league will benefit!!

[@leeskiller]

Gtfoh after watching one game in your life you can make that determination?

[@carriesmith9943]

​@@leeskillerI have watched many videos highlighting Clarks talent! She loves the game and is fun to watch, without all the drama! CC is the draw for many people, like it or not!

[@leeskiller]

@@carriesmith9943 that is not my point. If you have never watched a basketball game ever how then could you even know if she is a generational talent or even good for that matter. I personally still think the WNBA stinks and couldn’t care less with or without CC. They all are slow and horrible.

[@lamontcummings2082]

Great fat white man ‼️

[@foodbeforepills8749]

Welcome to the big league Diana.

[@Headintodreams]

🤣😭😂😅🥲 (falls over laughing)

[@RealPackCat]

Could you imagine how great she would be if she had a COACH???

[@ajdc88]

this

[@jorelkrypto7475]

I think I just witnessed the passing of the torch. Good job Fever! You played well tonight!

[@hottrakz]

Over 1 regular season game you guys are comical that torch will definitely go to aja Wilson

[@cyrusmufc2914]

Who tf is that, nobody knows who tf half of these mouth breathers are, Caitlyn is going to be the best Female basketball player of all time​@@hottrakz

[@hottrakz]

@@cyrusmufc2914 wishful thinking keep hope alive.

[@seecha8970]

Yo, I was at this game. The energy was wild. You would've thought prime Jordan was in the building. That is no joke. She only drained 2 threes but the crowd erupted on both. Even during pregame shoot around. As soon as she stepped onto the court, the crowd already began cheering. Mercury does this thing where anytime any player goes to shoot freethrow, announcers will say the player's name, followed by, "is shooting 2" and the crowd responds with "is missing 2" if it's an opposing player and "is making 2" if it's a home player. Not 1 soul could be heard saying CC was "missing 2." You had to be there to feel the energy.

[@uncleb7821]

Prime Jordan? Boy shut the hell up 😂

[@omni-man4624]

Sweet, love me some CC!

[@Joshua-me1wi]

Wow, thanks for sharing. Glad to know CC is loved after everything she has been going through.

[@kathyshea2444]

@@Joshua-me1wi agree with you.

[@ItIsYouAreNotYour]

What YMCA was this at?

[@courtneypaul4167]

As a Uconn women's basketball fan, I'm so glad Diana got herself together. Seeing her with the earlier attitude was disappointing.

[@GKWALKER865]

CC's playmaking is the glue to that team's wins.

[@sheilamclaughlin963]

It was great CC got a standing ovation from the mercury fans!!

[@rickgarcia7334]

She's just a kid who.loves playing the game. Don't ruin it for her. 😢

[@007NunyaBizNess]

Diana showed class today. Good for her. Go Caitlin!

[@chhansen9813]

BECAUSE SHE LOST! ITS THE SAME THING AS WHEN A THIEF APOLOGIZES FOR STEALING, BUT THEYRE ONLY APOLOGIZING CUZ THEY GOT CAUGHT!

[@dark-boson3697]

5:23 fax & they finally showin CC some love! ❤️

[@rasheedkesington7506]

She got her ass given to her

[@daneschur4308]

More humility than class. She was humbled

[@S0ulinth3machin3]

@@chhansen9813 she showed class before the game too. They hadn't lost yet.

[@ceretomer5987]

It wouldn't surprise me if Clark becomes a sportscaster after her basketball career. She's intelligent, articulate and knows the game.

[@tellitlikeitis1828]

That first clip...it looks like CC getting fed up with being mauled

[@grownupgaming]

That olympic committee be sweating nervously now... if any space frees up you know they will give CC the spot for sure now.

[@johnbutera5805]

They need to MAKE A SPACE!!!! 😮

[@thrivecartuniversity]

Looks like Catkin only needed half a season to transition. I mean hell she actually had one of if not her worst shooting night, yet she was still devistating in other ways with a 16 Points, 12 Assisits and 9 Freaking rebounds! What "Reality Check?" lol The Reality is the Clark is an Elite player, period. She should be on the Olympic team.

[@sandravanconant180]

With a headache!

[@S0ulinth3machin3]

I don't blame Taurasi for saying the "reality check" thing. That's probably the way it's been with every rookie until Caitlin Clark showed up. Taurisi showed her proper respect in pre-game and after the game and especially in the press conference. Also: Clark isn't fully adapted to the league yet (Taurisi is right about this). When Clark gets it 100% figured out, watch out. She's going to destroy. It's going to be fun to watch. The thing that's unexpected to those veterans is that Clark is a newbie, but she's so good that her newbie performance can still beat them. I would bet that every veteran in every professional league would have the same reaction. That's a pro's attitude. You put in the work, you're good and you know you're good. The only way to change that mindset is for someone to show you. Caitlin Clark is showing them. I'd be disappointed in them if they just gave up before they ever played against each other.

[@KevonDaDon]

@@S0ulinth3machin3that’s what I’m saying yea the delivery sounded ugly but she was right and she also said greatness translates regardless they forget that part

[@294inLouisiana]

Diana showed real class after kinda stirring it up days earlier. The rookie came out and competed and kept up. Diana chose to not eat crow but take the high road and gave Clark props for her game. The kind words Diana said about Clark post press conference means a lot and will tell the league game respects game and it’s time to recognize Clark is for real and is not a typical rookie.

[@chhansen9813]

STOP IT, SHE HAD TO BECAUSE SHE LOST! WAKE UP!

[@gargamel3393]

@@chhansen9813 Calm down Francis. Give the caplock key a rest.

[@omni-man4624]

N why u yelling!

[@sh0t0kan]

She's still full of it

[@user-od2um9mw8o]

Was she being honest though?

[@Joshua-me1wi]

So true. This is what the fans want to see and hear - vets' straight acknowledgement of Caitlin the great bball player and growth catalyst. Glad to see Taurasi and Griner give her hugs, like a pass-the-torch moment. I hope Diana saw her younger herself a bit in playing Caitlin. Even gladder for the win and the standing ovation.😊 #passthetorch

[@jayl878]

I think the media and influencers have blown a lot of these player's comment s out of proportion. A lot of them have said exactly what any NBA player would say about a rookie. Hell, if I was a senior and my kid brother was making the team as a freshman, I would tell him "to be ready and it's not as easy as you expect." It was nice to see the sportsmanship before the game."

[@BERTRAND85O]

Clark’s court vision is elite and she’s starting to adapt to the pro game all while she’s getting extra attention and drawing doubles. She’s getting every teams best shot because of the jealousy from the attention she’s getting. It’s quite obvious

[@christopheryochum3602]

Loved the video, Sam. Showing the hugs from Diana and Brittney, the video on all the missed passes, then the highlights ... enjoyable! :)

[@colinkobel2868]

She continues to improve every game when Sides leaves her alone. I’m glad you posted the dropped passes that should have led to points. They need to get their hands working. It was great to see Terasi giving Caitlyn the props and letting everyone know that Caitlyn is the real deal.

[@DemiB5030]

All those TO’s aren’t on CC

[@dwightlipscomb9521]

Yes, get their hands working. like Aliya Boston did . Her hands are like glue now.

[@Mdoyle1972]

The fans at the Fevers away games chant that they want CC in the game, when her coach benches CC trying to lose the game.

[@steve8803]

@Mdoyle1972 She averages the highest minutes per game on the team, by far! 4 more mpg than Boston. She doesn't get "benched", she gets a rest.

[@belegur8108]

if that is Caitlin Clark going through a transition period with those numbers, we all are in for a very fine ride in the future...😍🤩

[@noblelee4765]

CC22 NEEDS AN ENFORCER... KEEP REAL 💯... Her coach is A 🤡🤡🤡... NEVER had a player this talented and can't take the scrutiny that comes from the "Eyes" they have said they "Deserve"...

[@ruyeliaslopez7783]

Dinosaur Taurasi was correct when she said "reality is coming" and that playing against veterans in the WNBA one has to be superhuman. Indeed, Dinosaur Taurasi is not superhuman playing in the WNBA (she is just a grown woman veteran). It is Caitlin Clark, a rookie, who is looking superhuman playing against grown veterans. That is the reality that Dinosaur Taurasi says is coming when Caitlin Clark arrives in the WNBA.

[@TheAmpharosFreak]

Who talks like this?

[@slapjacks8136]

@@TheAmpharosFreak AI

[@z7aj]

What are you watching??? DT outplayed CC in every way. Caitlyn didn't beat anything the team won. You noticed they started winning and playing better when she stopped scoring. Caitlyn throw the ball all over the place. Just because she throw the ball does she throw to the right place nope. Her slowing down not scoring they play better. But she had good numbers she a shooter with can't she score. Tell me name a pass teammate of CC who said anything good about her. Kaite M hasn't. Nobody wanted to play with her at Iowa. If you listen to any PG they tell you you learn your teammates where they like the ball. The fever is not suited for a run and gun style it's funny because that's less coaching. So Caitlyn has to sut and support her teammates. Caitlyn plays little to no defense can't make a jumper or a layup. She get her asst because she shoots deep 3s you have to guard her deep witch leave open space. Omg they played defense on her crazy 🤪 fan support have nothing to do with greatness on the court. She is not there. She would not start if she wasn't CC. 50 more turnovers then anyone else. And it's there fault. Man lol stop

[@user-od2um9mw8o]

​@@z7ajYour a crazy person. Check your mental state.

[@joeboyd4064]

Don't DIS on Taurasi, she is a legend AND still playing at a very high level at 42! She deserves ALL the props we can give he!!!!

[@Tbone51]

"The one requirement to be on the Indiana Fever . . . catch a pass." Love it!

[@seventhraikage2538]

You Quick w/ it! It was a great game! Caitlin is a “Pro’s Pro” straight up.

[@donlloyd2988]

I just think the veteran players and veteran fans are overwhelmed by just how good she is. Like, they are in denial because someone so young has changed the dynamics of the WNBA. This has gone from a subpar WNBA sport to a multimillion dollar WNBA sport basically overnight. The interested now is crazy! We are in a new era!

[@thembelanihdlamini5395]

The hate coming from many people. Even me as a non basketball fan want to see her win.

[@flylowe46m38]

It’s like she playing with teammates that have no hands😢

[@ch4ppel_r0an]

nah it got me stressing

[@SpicyWife4Life]

Taursai got it right... REALITY IS COMING... Taursai forgot to say she was LOOKING IN A MIRROR when she made the statement!!!! #CaitlinIsABeast💯💯💯

[@HankBanke-el7xe]

CC all ways class All ways positive.never a negative word about any one any thing .Media hats it 😇

[@user-iw7ds4vh8j]

i might've spoken too soon on diana. she actually seemed pretty chill

[@fredjames9867]

Clark is a true professional. Something the wnba has never had

[@johnbednarcik9359]

i like the slam dunk power plays in the NBA but it is so refreshing watching the finesse aspect of the game with the ladies and Clark is like Brady, sees the whole field the offense and what the defense is doing and can anticipate and react with lightning speed. Being a team mate of hers you have to play with your head on a swivel and expect a pass at any moment.

[@theresalongaker3511]

Yes!!! You must have played a team sport! There's always movement, and it takes a team to assess and go for the objective together

[@southwestrunner6384]

I honestly think only Jackie Robinson had more pressure as an Athlete That girl is mentally tough to go through what she has gone through You see the tide turning tho- I can’t stand Griner & Taurasi, but I give them credit for acting like pros towards Clark Amin the game They are starting to get it Good show

[@bicyclethief]

you think only Jackie Robinson has faced more pressure than Caitlin? lol can't take you seriously after a statement like that

[@rodneydofunny3129]

Don't ever compare what Jackie Robinson went through with CC. That is a ridiculous and crazy statement.

[@roysreceptive]

You have not been alive very long to say it’s just been Jackie Robinson and Caitlin Clark who has faced the most and equal amounts of pressure. What a poor comparison.

[@leoncarlson4537]

None of us know what Jackie went through. We've heard what we've been told. Jackie broke through a color barrier, and it was real. The "barrier" in front of Clark is imaginary, and no one is saying what it is, or why it is.

[@greenenergysolarsolutions872]

At least Griner has for the most part stayed out of the Clark-bashing, but Taurasi has been insufferable. I dont give her too much credit for her change of tune - she was only destroying her own legacy hating on the young rookie. She probly had alot to do with CC being off team Hope she has genuinely humbled herself

[@shaneherewini9961]

Well done CC great ambassador to the game and respect to your parents 100%

[@dang6877]

Reality just show up today in the form of CC.

[@nickoldhametc]

I gotta give props to DT and BG for giving the roof some love. I call that “leading by example” and it shows tremendous character after everything that’s been in the air lately. Respect

[@jonthemachine1970]

Clark is the real deal. You can tell she is excited to play and it is infectious.

[@shanerogers7198]

I believe the term is, “you’ve been humbled!”

[@jbjj860]

I can't watch Caitlin play as my blood pressure shoots to the moon but I did watch high lights and (I may be wrong as I said I didn't watch the game) it appeared that she didn't get roughed up but double and triple teamed which is exactly what you want your team to do against CC. The triple and double teaming showed a huge amount of respect for her.

[@LongRangeThree2019]

Was waiting for you to drop I knew it was coming after this game 😂 you didn’t disappoint per usual

[@celebrim1]

Reality came after about 10 games for CC. She struggled with the triple teaming and the increased pace of the game for like 10 games, with a schedule that was stacked for the Fever to lose, and now reality is here - she's 3rd in the league in assists per game and generally has been staying in the top 20 players in steals, blocks, rebounds, points, and assists.

[@connoryork6631]

Her team isn't all there

[@BrotherDan01]

Thanks Sam, this is exactly what I was looking for today!

[@ramonpunsalang3397]

DT was all praises for CC leading into the game and during the post-game interview. Hopefully, this conciliatory attitude is emulated by DT's peers around the league so the focus is on exciting basketball less the drama.

[@jak3589]

CC played with a migraine. That is amazing. I can't even focus.

[@GroperJoeandFriends]

That guy who hugged CC after the dinosaur was a giant bro 😂😂😂. I'm glad to see CC get some love from the vets 😊

[@brandtbollers3183]

Grigner.From Russia with Love.

[@omni-man4624]

Good one!

[@hottrakz]

It was always there is just your fans feeling entitled and thinking everyone is hating when that's not the case. The Big Brother always beats on the little brother and is always rough since when has the little brother ever been coddled. This is sports where you earn everything you get CC has a ways to go this is a step in the right direction.

[@glennl9630]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@GroperJoeandFriends]

@hottrakz funny, I don't see anyone getting hurt or the hate CC does fella

[@Kostly]

brooooo oh NOOOOO Caitlin COOOKED their who team in PHX

[@tiktok11150]

Catilin said Taurasi was one of the players she looked up to growing up. What a disappointment that must have been to have one of your favorite sports players talk crap about you before you even get to meet them.

[@davidverlaney7764]

But she talked about her.

[@frankingram3477]

“My husband cannot fucking throw the ball and catch the ball at the same time.” - Gisele Bündchen about GOAT Tom Brady. CC passes dimes, her teammates have noodle fingers. She should have had at least 17 assists against the Mercury.

[@JohnAWPBFL]

You need to do a segment on the Diana Taurasi flops during that game. Her acting was TERRIBLE!

[@learnmore75]

Don’t hate, appreciate 🙏🏼

[@usveteran9893]

I have issues with the way stats are scored. Let's say CC22 passes the ball to one of her teammates who mishandles a good pass; the stats score it as a turnover for CC22.

[@kathyshea2444]

Pretty crazy huh.more than half of Caitlin's turn overs are in her teammates that can't catch the ball.

[@907kat]

I agree. Certainly if the other player touches it and drops it, the TO should be credited to the one who dropped the ball. Guess that wb subjective but still.

[@AurielArizola]

Dope and wholesome podcast mate.

[@techninjahd]

Great video man. Not gonna lie i misread the title of this video at first thinking DT beat Caitlin Clark.

[@stinko74]

CC dished out a reality check then cashed her massive sponsorship check…

[@danielhackney7806]

Revenge is a dish best served when you take home a WIN and a Pot of Gold from your sponsorships! LOL i didn't see Diana sign a 28 million deal with NIKE, but CC sure did!!!

[@chhansen9813]

People are so flippin' gullible as they are praising Dianas "classy" comments AFTER the game she LOST! If Diana had won, her shit talking wouldve reached new levels and there wouldnt have been any praise whatsoever! I think the most AWESOME thing that happens at ALL of CC's home games is the number of kids AND adults wanting her autograph! THE EVEN BETTER THING IS THAT BEFORE AND AFTER EVERY SINGLE AWAY GAME KIDS AND ADULTS ARE WAITING FOR CCs AUTOGRAPH, SOME WEARING THE HOME TEAMS SHIRTS, CC's OPPOSING TEAM, AND THEY WANT HER AUTOGRAPH AND DONT WANT THE AUTOGRAPH FROM ANYONE ON THE HOME TEAM! LMMFAO!!

[@marketsquareus]

yeah, it came off as nothing more than a weak attempt to save face. We will have to see if the dinosaur changes its spots moving forward.

[@ericjones9471]

I never knew that DT and Sue Bird considered her as their "love child" a couple years ago. She probably never hated CC, but the hype and some of the CC fans. I felt that she was a great villain who would just play like she always does. But she (and Griner) seemed to be cool with her today. Damn! Why did they have to ruin my hate? Lol! And I have to also admit that DT gave her and the other rookies advice. Give yourself some grace.

[@Joshua-me1wi]

It was a year ago. Somehow she changed her tune when Clark became too popular. Glad she showed some maturity tonight as a vet.

[@DemiB5030]

Yeah it was so odd. People forget how her tone towards CC changed her Senior Year

[@loverofhumanity]

Lmaooooooo actually if you listen to what Diana said and not the media/Clark fans version. She said that Clark is gonna be an incredibly and successful WNBA player like she has been at every level she's played at, but that there is a learning and adjustment period. Like when you go from high school to college, it's different challenges. Or college to med school for example. That was the entire context paraphrased. She never hated ironically but people took only the small part about the WNBA being a different level for Clark and continue to misinterpret it as Diana hating on Clark and that Clark won't be successful. Now after the game they heard the positive words from Diana and think she's been humbled. No Diana has always thought Clark was amazing. It's ridiculous how the media works and the fans just jump without any context.

[@Chief-]

Good analysis and video Sam, keep it up. 😊

[@ajsanche99]

Message to the WNBA Before 22, I didn’t know you... Caitlin Clark lit a spark...

[@Mrspuma527]

The hug from Brittney looked a little too personal. Awkward

[@jeromejasper9111]

She probably didn't like being hugged by a delusional dude

[@cheangaroo]

Well Taursai did say there might be a transition period needed and she was right about that. It took a little while for CC to figure out how to play against these better defenders.

[@user-od2um9mw8o]

She was condescending.

[@DemiB5030]

Overall her message wasn’t bad or wrong. It was how she said. The “reality is coming” just provided clickbait & sounds dismissive

[@loverofhumanity]

Looool not a little while. She's still learning and not there yet. Her passing is decent but still many awful passes if you watch full games. Also no midrange and her three point shot is streaky. She will be fine but ironically nothing dt said was wrong. Not only was she completely right, she was actually not hating if you listen to the full context of that statement people continue to take out of context. Actually she gave Clark props in the actual answer and said many times Clark is gonna be successful in the WNBA but there will be a transition period. Absolutely right. Clark is mediocre at scoring and can't create her own shot at this level. Great passer and high IQ though. And also bad defender at times but very good help side defender.

[@GrowYour-Own]

@@loverofhumanityDT also said she wouldn’t have taken CC with the first pick. Yeah, there may have been truth to what she said about having to make adjustments to the next level. But don’t act like DT didn’t throw any shade her way.

[@loverofhumanity]

@@GrowYour-Own nah she's allowed to have her opinion on whether she thought Clark was the best player in the draft. For example there's a legitimate debate whether players like Paige and def juju Watkins are better than Clark. Imho if you want pure scorers off isolation both are better. Not to mention Clark has never been a good defender in college. I tend to agree that it's a bad move but don't pretend that constitutes complete hate when she's on multiple occasions hyped Clark up. I've seen it multiple times on ESPN when shes talked about Clark. This narrative needs to stop because it's factually incorrect and misleading.

[@wilwelaltijd]

Just imagine growing up idolizing someone admitting that. And hear that same person only talking down on you and being condescending. She admired these women. Looks up to them. Become this good by looking at them. And all they can do is hate on her 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@berniecoderre3935]

Really well done video!❤

[@SoCaliGuyHB394]

I get migraines. I can't function if I had an episode. How does CC22 cope AND at such a demanding level?

[@diverbob8]

AMEN Brother.....I have to hide in a cold dark room for about 3 hours...

[@omni-man4624]

Cause she's a stud!

[@BD-or5yh]

5:31 looks like Griner was trying to sway Caitlin Clark over to the dark side. She even hugs like a man.

[@DacBietViet-cl7gy]

u jealous?

[@undauntable6456]

@@DacBietViet-cl7gy why you so mad? WHO HURT YOU?

[@brandtbollers3183]

Ew.

[@user-od2um9mw8o]

He is a man!

[@DemiB5030]

Shut up weirdo.🤡🤡

[@richarddayton5890]

Incredible!!!❤

[@UncaDave]

Good balanced video! Well done!

[@bananapancakes311]

I’m really glad Diana decided to give Caitlin her flowers in the postgame interview instead of being immature and petty. Especially since Clark really is going through so much with all the media attention it’s like she is under the microscope - that’s a lot for a 22yr old.

[@nickv4073]

The "reality" for Taurasi is menopause.

[@RealParadox85]

LMAO

[@BobSteven_enjoyit]

Nvr seen this channel, great video 👍 concise, kept it real while positive Subscribed 👌 Keep it up homie #respect ✊

[@jmf5246]

Never seen a player get triple teamed. That was wild

[@mrcokez1]

Womans biggest vice: Jealousy

[@thomasgirty6397]

Coach need's to SHUT UP about defense!!! you released a DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR after not playing her!!! coach is the problem.

[@michaelrooke396]

enjoyed that wrapup

[@npcfigureathletedawnirish691]

CC is the playmaker

[@nancyjomaguire3292]

I hate when people die because she really needs a break and I am glad she turned down their offer to be a substitute…needs to sleep, work out and be with family or boyfriend 🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀Nj

[@RealParadox85]

Huh?

[@Drewpost19]

I watched my first wnba game today and I was floored. Obviously they’re not going to play like the men which is why I was so surprised to see the lack of fundamentals. They weren’t even able to set screens, help with double teams, basic lay ups. You could tell just watching one game the difference in level between CC and almost all of the other players out there. That doesn’t come natural. It comes from hard work.

[@HAWK11828]

You're right, just show her a little respect!

[@sandra701]

This 21st CENTURY WNBA BASKETBALL GAME will be forever remembered and watched as 🏆THE PENTACLE of 🌹WOMEN’S 🌹BASKETBALL🏆 in America. Thanks you one and all ladies for a lifetime performance of athleticism, respect and love for the game! The force is forever with you! ❤

[@DAVIDSANCHEZ-gw7je]

Great video from Sam!

[@dhe777]

Good video. Like your objective stye. Subscribed.

[@SalientWeevil59]

Nice video!

[@doumc3584]

''Look at this and tell that's not my future Doordash driver!'' 🤣🤣🤣 I died 🤣🤣🤣

[@reszolve3685]

great video brother

[@eversonla]

Loved your commentary. New sub here...

[@sticks4166]

Taursai got her reality check that the new younger girl is better than she ever was...

[@thamoneyent]

One of the best game no lies i cant believe how good it was💯💯💯