Caitlin Clark Teammate Kristy Wallace Steps Up to Defend Her in Game Against Sky

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Many have asked, "Where are Caitlin Clark's teammates?" when she has been the recipient of hard fouls and even some dirty play. In the game against the Chicago Sky on Sunday, teammate Kristy Wallace stepped up to defend Clark after seeing something she apparently didn't like.
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[@Ponderosa5678]

I liked Carter stepping up for the safety of both players, and without getting in CC's face. She just did the right thing.

[@bigrig6049]

Yes and that also told me she was just pissed off at CC in the game before.

[@yusaqhwiff2442]

Carter is the game changer and Fever took her out of the game which won the game.

[@victorforeman7056]

She shouldn’t have been the only one to stand up for any fever teammates.

[@raymondscilingo8052]

It's about time. Team effort. Need Each other to win. Team has Potential. They must make a Decision be LOOSERS or WINNERS. Grow up.

[@ullyssessilverio5923]

You can tell she realised her play the game before was unnecessary and ugly. Good for her.

[@brandonsleep9156]

Please don’t ever stop making these videos! This channel is the best place for Caitlin fans to congregate. We all love your insight/perspective as a women’s basketball head coach. Thank you for your time and effort that it takes to do this!

[@theadriennerossshow3143]

You guys/gals are great! Thank you!

[@gualbertogarcia305]

Kristy Wallace did what She was supposed to do to STOP ANY ALTERCATION.

[@MrsBStacyBattleBorn]

So glad you mentioned this because I saw her step in and I haven't heard anyone mention it. I also commend Carter for stablizing CC before letting her go and for pulling her teammate away. I thought Carter had a good game and showed a level of sportsmanship I hadn't seen in her before. And to know one of CC's teammates is willing to have her back made me feel much better about the Indiana team's unit and CC's safety.

[@blee30]

I saw that. It was nice to see. It was also nice to see Chennedy catching Caitlin, and pulling her own teammate away from the argument. Those were mature moves, and I was proud of Chennedy for doing that.

[@noprisonplanet]

1. THAT LITERALLY GAVE ME CHILLS to see her team mate step in, even with a slight smile, like "y'all not gonna just keep getting away with this". That's all it takes, and I don't ever want to see a brawl break out, not lady like! 2. Carter looked as if she was trying to prevent CC from falling, gotta give credit where credit is due, proud of Carter for doing the right thing.

[@Knownothing10187]

Chills?????????who the hell are you? Seeing a person's head chopped off with a manchette would be something to give your butt chills, but seeing some lazy ass women get up and support their teammate gives you chills???? get real!!!!!

[@lindysmallwood2039]

Yes Wallace did. I did miss that!! Great job Wallace!!!

[@anner5051]

Wallace, hopefully your other Teammates will take a Stand with you. Where there is Unity there is Strength.

[@ChrisDavis-dt6xx]

You are right. Carter was trying to hold Caitlin from falling. This is Sportsmanship

[@anner5051]

Together they can make a difference!

[@paulburr5072]

You must be kidding

[@jamesfreeman2258]

Sportsship

[@CharlieBrown-qd8vc]

Yep, should be about sportsmanship and competition...never about hate.

[@destinypirate]

Kool-aide

[@anerby1]

I'm going to give Carter credit I think Caitlin Clark has earned her respect for how she has handled everything. She could have totally attacked Carter on social media and interviews and she didn't

[@frankhadleyfdash810]

That's a very good point Plus Carter knows she lost her cool in that very moment Who scores a shot n then runs up to a player and ran smacks her Normally when a player scores the first instinct is her back in d Almost 99.99 percent of the time When someone scores the run back to get on defense But she didn't No "where's Clark" She heard all the backlash So she learned fast

[@BettyR-qd2zr]

I thought the move by Chennedy Carter and Keisty Wallace were both Class moves. If Chennedy hadn't caught her it would have been a terrible foul and a terrible injury. Kudos to both.

[@DeniseLinder-ru4yk]

Hold the "MONEY" up!

[@jackiegammon2065]

LOVE the fact that Kristy stepped up,and if you look close enough...she was far outnumbered! That deserves a " good teammate award" as in a HUGE bonus of some sort!!

[@dennisobrien3618]

I'll be glad when Temi is back on the court.

[@redjordan5993]

It was so nice to see Carter do the right thing!

[@1PhotoGeek]

Agreed!

[@ParisJohnson-vw3su]

Facts Keep up the good leadership Carter...❤ I respect that alot. ❤

[@destinypirate]

Be real - Clark ran right into Chennedy. Chennedy didn't step up or prevent anything - if she hadn't brace up they both would have fallen. She doesn't get credit for not shoving or getting in Clark's face. She's realized she has to try and play nice, or she will be out of the league. (She's already been kicked off two teams for her violent behavior, she won't survive a third time). Why are people more invested in defending the abusers than the abused? - Don't people know that the Bully Club is who has been destroying the league for decades, for there own power grabs, at the expense of all of the other women who would rather play in a clean leauge -if only they had the backing. It's time that we backed them up, all of the players who play clean and with sportsmanship. The Bully Club's time is up, don't support them. They will continue to point fingers, cry, scream, and lash out - which will only make them sink deeper into the quicksand of their own stink. Don't help those who brag about hurting others, support those who have stayed clear of the muck.

[@ParisJohnson-vw3su]

@@destinypirate what they don't realize is that bu$iness goes better in a relationship rather just an exchange of service for profit...This game is a job and thevW is a business and once you start speaking against the same capitalist system but trying to do business here you're chasing away your own profitable opportunitie$ you either like living here and making money or you dont...Tbh all the leftist ideologies being put in their heads is creating the biggest conflict of interest for them...And a double minded person is unstable in all their ways. 🤔

[@ParisJohnson-vw3su]

@destinypirate I like what Albert Einstein said " I've never seen a rat build a rat trap but I've seen human create an atomic bomb." You need 10 more players with Clark's thinking and skill level to drive the influence and get them over the internal conflict mentally wrestling with being apart of the economy and letting go of conflicting ideologies that hinder their professionalism...You can't play your be$t game with any grudge that is separate from basketball..This is where alot of the unhealthy competition is coming from...All the be$t players did one thing n one thing only play ball...Jordan never entertained politics or had any personal agendas outside of basketball and every player who's tried to emulated him has been extremely $ucce$ful because of this isolated laser focus on the game. And im dying for the youtubers to do the same instead of stirring up n adding fuel to controversy...There's enough positive narratives in the W to grow the game ..Their basketball journeys need to be covered not the controversy. ❤️

[@varj7]

I did notice Wallace stepping up. Earlier in the same game Chennedy Carter went down and Kelsey Mitchell helped her up from the floor which is how things should be.

[@KathleenMoore-ws2vt]

Bravo ! I also noticed in that game but after the flagrant foul, with Caitlin on the floor, at least three of her teammates stepped up to help her off the floor. I also saw Caitlin and Kelsey Mitchell at the end of the game pushing each other playfully and seeming to have a good time with each other. What a positive note . Thanks for showing this clip.

[@GOLDKW-bl4gp]

Maybe Kelsey Mitchell will start passing CC the ball on the offensive end. Then it will be all good. Will see tonight.

[@TheJhtlag]

@@GOLDKW-bl4gp very strange, Kelsey seems to adore Caitlyn at least in the post-game a week back when CC dropped 30 and on the other hand doesn't seem to throw into to Caitlyn during the game. Maybe she's just a ball hog, the playful stuff seems genuine, so to be continued...

[@destinypirate]

@@GOLDKW-bl4gp nope. She's played Kelsey 1 on 5 for a decade. Not stopping for Clark.

[@marymaixner848]

Wallace did the right thing, and Carter did also bravo to both

[@anniegarrett3242]

I saw that play by KW too, but I noticed more that Carter held CC in a respectful way. Nice.

[@CodyCha]

Exactly! You don't have to wait till a "dirty play" happens before you step in and let them know not to cross the line.

[@laynie1620]

I saw what Wally did and I couldn't stop grinning. The team is starting to gel and they're only going to get better from here on up. I also appreciated what Carter did, holding her up and stopping her from falling. It was a great game to watch 😊

[@MrMjolnir009]

You are so right, Adrienne... And when tall Kristy Wallace stood up for Caitlin and got in Evans' face, it stopped Evans aggression immediately. And that Chennedy Carter wasn't cursing or getting in Kristy's face, either. Instead, bully Carter started pulling her teammate back. It's too bad none of the other of Clark's teammates are this supportive.. but I guess one is better than none.

[@DemonKingBadger]

To be fair, one was enough to deescalate in this case. Someone else coming in might have complicated things.

[@BabySpit]

Carter also stopped Clark from falling

[@ChrisDavis-dt6xx]

Carter is one Hell of a Basketball player

[@Clymers1984]

She really is!!

[@theadriennerossshow3143]

She definitely is a talent!

[@Knownothing10187]

what are her numbers/claim to fame???????

[@joejenjust]

I love your analysis! Always spot on. Objective. Fair.

[@eddwow6824]

been thinking the same thing coach, caitlin's team mates realy need to get her back..not always but at least make their precence felt..

[@cwelge4494]

Great intensity, good sportsmanship - nothing else to see here. Kudos to Chennedy Carter for answering the Caitlin Clark question on the court instead of at a table. Actions do speak louder.

[@clubof1]

I agree that the foul was just one of those things; my problem is with the way Evans disengaged; instead of lowering her arm and untangling she forced her arm upward which could have caused an unnecessary injury.

[@rickboz4494]

I saw all 5 of the Sky players gather around when Kristy Wallace stepped up

[@MrMjolnir009]

I didn't see that... when did they show up 1 minute after KW put a stop to Evans escalating antics??

[@v2807]

And was that Reece rushing over to Wallace at the end to get in on what she thought might be trouble? All Wallace was doing was stopping the aggression from Evans.

[@tresmensajesprofeticos2143]

So glad you mentioned this because I saw her step in and I haven't heard anyone mention it.

[@pland3845]

I thought this was huge, but I haven't seen any other KZbinrs cover this. Kudos to you for mentioning it! 🏀 I think this is way more newsworthy than the Angel Reece foul. 🏀

[@chevyyyyyyy]

Nah, a persistent arm hook is not a basketball play.

[@user-jn7rf9vt6l]

Adrienne Great job!!!

[@GOLDKW-bl4gp]

I never noticed that. I did notice Chennedy Carter holding CC up. Seems like Carter has moved on. Carter is the best player on the Sky. Rumors have 2 players on the Fever have been talking to players/friends on other teams. If true I think one is Erica Wheeler and the other between Kelsey Mitchell or NaLissa Smith.

[@hubrisnaut]

Miss Ross, I am glad I found your channel. Many of us haven't been following the WNBA and now there is "hype" everywhere. You are bringing clear headed analysis. Thank You, Thomas

[@peace414]

Thank you for sharing this video. The truth needs to be told. You spoke the truth today. Thank you so much for setting things straight. :)

[@als7132]

We need to see more teammates stepping up.

[@xiwenfan1765]

You always have a unique perspective and observation of the game, Adrienne, great work for our viewers

[@MamaTucheTime34]

I was glad to see that. There were ppl saying she probably was saying “ey mate” in her Australian accent haha. I also noticed Carter’s composure as she kept CC from falling and also was pulling Evan’s away from the situation. Hopefully Carter is also trying to show good sportsmanship now. People have their moments I get it. This game was all basketball though and I enjoyed it! And that’s what it should be! But agree Adrienne the Fever is starting to come together, they have gotten opportunity to know each other off the basketball court, and I think that will only make their team stronger and United and hopefully will continue to show that they have each other’s back.

[@cami-loo108]

I agree with you Adrienne. You dont have to get physical but can absolutely get chirpy for your fellow teammates

[@davidmunro4281]

greetings, I'm a 62 yr. old man. I watch football. never watched an NBA game or even less W. in my entire life. I've started watching the fever, because of Catlin. now that I'm watching, I'm seeing all these other girls I've never even heard of. playing, that I like. I'm watching wnba for the first time in my life and that's what Catlin has done. enjoy your podcast u do good work.

[@m.gramlich239]

Love your commentary Adrienne. Dana Evans grabbed Caitlin's arm, but I don't think she expected Caitlin to intentionally hold her left arm down to her side to trap the arm and hold it there to prove the foul. It's sad, that Caitlin has to resort to that, but the referee had to assess a foul when the proof was still there after the play was done. Caitlin's starting to get wise to these women, and she's learning how to use their tactics against them. This time it backfired on Dana Evans and she didn't like it, but hey, as they all keep saying, IT'S JUST PART OF PLAYING AGGRESSIVE BASKEBALL IN THE WNBA.

[@robbieanderson649]

I’ve always noticed throughout the years watching any team sport be it basketball or football soccer. The great teams are like family and don’t put up with their teammates being played dirty. They’re supposed to be like family. And it makes a big difference in the success of a team.

[@ctafrance]

I am wondering why nobody is talking about the hip bump which the Suns' player put on Cameron Brink in the split second before Brink fell to the floor and tore her knee up. The game announcers at first said, well, it was incidental. Incidental? The Suns' player came up on Brink as she was driving straight up the court and put this move on her to throw her off balance. This was OBVIOUS. Then later one of the announcers referred to the two players "getting tangled up". Tangle up? As if they just happened to be in physical contact with each other? NO. NO WAY. No way that Brink was somehow contributing to this physical contact in such a way that you could say, well, both players were going at it and thus they both got tangled up. No way Brink was doing that. The Suns' player deliberate bumped against Brink's hip and within no more than a second and a half, max, Brink was on the floor. She was knocked off balance by the Suns' player and THAT is why she fell. And now a great player is out for a year. I think the only way to clean up this garbage league from playing like thugs is this: if you make contact with a player who then gets injured, then you are not allowed to play until the injured player is well enough to play again. Period. In other words, you suffer the same penalty as they player who you physically pushed into an injury situation. You put that rule in play and 90% of the hard fouls will disappear. Period.

[@Knownothing10187]

What about Brink's foot being stepped on? Is Brink WHITE? Brink, Clark,...who's next....Martin????? Any bets?......

[@destinypirate]

1/1000 Talk real about the WNBA, you are 1. People run away when I state the facts: The WNBA is run by a Bully Club (headed by Dawn Staley and her talen-monopoly that undermines both the wNCAA and WNBA) along with Taurasi, other UConn and uSC alums, the MN coach, etc.). They have instilled Institutionalized Bullying where each new class has to take the abuse and by doing so can be accepted into the club - as long as they become abusers of the next rookies. Because of this, the WNBA has the highest rates of injury and players going out of the league of any major basketball league. When it came out that the Olympic committee was run by Staley and uSC people, who was surprised? No one really. Even if people haven't put all of the pieces together - they've been kind of seeing it. The ''surprise'' at Clark being iced out was only for those who hadn't looked under the hood. For under the hood we find the Bully Club world, defined foremost by Dawn Staley "We're not monkeys" loaded statement to frame Coach Bluder as racist, The WNBA Bully Club FEARED that the Olympics would be seen, by the world, as the stage where the torch was passed to Caitlin. So they iced her out. But they were too late. - The torch was already passed. Clark has had the torch since early 2023. Some might say that is too soon, that she didn't earn it, but the truth of why she could have it so fast is simple. No one else had the torch. It had remained, unlit, awaiting a True Sportswoman to come and pick it up, and light it. Now it is hers to carry. She is carrying the torch, and the light is attracting the bullies - who have made a coordinated effort to come at her through inciting fans to insults, to endless sideeye and cold shoulders in the WNBA, to the Bully Club's talking heads trying to debase Clark, to social media posting attacking her with the woke ideology, to the most over-the-top D any rookie has ever seen (according to retired WNBA players), to taking hard hits and violence on the court, to being deserted by her own coach and team mates. Since Clark ''wronged'' them so much - by rising so high, and because she wouldn't kneel and wouldn't kiss the ring, they will try to destroy her and hold onto their small power any way that they can. Doesn't matter. The WNBA Bully Club made a fatal miscalculation. Clark's fans, the Iowans and those who align with the tradition and values of loyalty, hard work, good humor, sportsmanship, and championing the vulnerable are more enduring than any others. Her supporters are grounded and see her as a daughter of the land and treat her as a niece from down the road. Now her supporters see what the torch has exposed, the institutionalized abuse, and they won't stand for it for Clark nor - now that they know- they won't stand for any women being abused and used in the WNBA. This is a culture war in a fish bowl, Clark is the tip of a spear driven by a the truly enduring people of a silent majority. This is just the beginning. The Bully Club can cry and yell and trash about all they want, doing so they will just sink deeper into the quicksand of their own stink.

[@wvtaco4379]

Love your perspective!

[@SamanthaCellette]

I literally applauded Wallace when that happened. Made me so happy! The team is really starting to show true chemistry on and off the court. Did you see their post game interview last night after the Mystics game? The reporter pointed out CC’s turnovers and asked her about them and as she was explaining them AB interrupted and started praising CC for her skill. You love to see that! They are finally getting it and I can’t wait to see what they can accomplish this season, TOGETHER.

[@mkmstillstackin]

Yes, I saw the incident too and was thinking sort of the same thing that you so well articulated, Adrienne!

[@rudesword2852]

I love your breakdowns. I was screaming at my phone watching clips "that's not a screen" " wheres her team???" It's like you're in my head.

[@theadriennerossshow3143]

😄❤️‼️

[@christopheryochum3602]

Great catch. I saw that, but it was shown for just a second or two, and there was no way to see what anyone was saying. I was really happy that Kristy said something. I was also impressed with Chennedy, who braced Caitlin so she wouldn't fall over.

[@ChrisDavis-dt6xx]

Great Channel

[@lilikaramirez1848]

Yea she stepped up

[@maxxgold1]

Love the channel. Watching now during halftime of the Indiana Fever and Washington Mystics :)

[@taepark1970]

CC and carter will play great together on same team with their skill set

[@delphinebarrett8462]

YES

[@robertrich9053]

Thanks for your insight Adrienne.

[@eburgrod8772]

I give Carter credit for how she handled the play 👏 Just like in NBA the players with sportsmanship and good interviews are usually the ones that get the most fans.

[@sketchbook1]

That's not "a basketball play"... that's a dirty play. We need to get back to fundamentals. We need to get back to graceful play. Clark really plays according to the fundamentals.

[@quentelhill5074]

Not really she pushes off with her elbow that's not fundementel and yes Dana was going for a steal

[@sketchbook1]

@@quentelhill5074 well, yeah, pushing off is a bad habit, but locking an elbow is dangerous.

[@SaoodVidal1]

New WNBA fan and here, this is the best basketball channel ❤

[@karon4979]

Well said. I can see the growth & cohesion of the team & I think that is why they went on to win against the Mystics

[@NightOwl-xz5eb]

I LIKED, you mentioned that.

[@iamadrianscott]

Yeah when Chennedy did that I was like ok, a moment of growth right there.

[@jillvanbodegom-smith8461]

Ive just become a Kristy Wallace fan!!!!!! Thanks for pointing that out! All for one and one for all.

[@lorijones3915]

I saw that too. Glad you mentioned it

[@raydesinor6139]

Love your podcast. Your insights are spot on without the bias.

[@noprisonplanet]

Clark and team are on a great trajectory; IN ALL AREAS! Love to see it, I'm so here for it!

[@PukaHeadMan]

It’s about time someone on Caitlin’s team stood up for her. But actually, everyone on this team should stand up for each other.

[@ghazsibrahim1670]

Agree 💯👍

[@mcanqb]

Another good video, thank you. I don’t care for Wallace’s game, but this made me happy

[@def1ghi]

They need a Steven Adams: a gentle giant who will step and say, "you're done here mate! Step away from my teammate!"

[@allananzorandia5592]

Agree 100%!

[@cringe7886]

Amen

[@TonyLee-fm2fy]

Winning feels good Let’s get it

[@Knownothing10187]

we asked 100 male and females, and yes, they all agree....winning always feels better than getting an ass whipping, and guess what? they didn't go to MIT as you did.

[@johnedmiston8427]

Mad love to Christy Wallace

[@marilynauntmh6193]

Great job Wally. They are coming together as a team and it shows in their playing too.

[@ferdiefunes8854]

Props to Wallace. Also to Carter of the Sky team, she hug on to Clark to protect her from falling. Carter was cool in that game, in fact she played well.

[@DonaldBruceSmith]

Just watched the Game on TSN (Canada) and got to see a ball game and not roller derby and I got to see picks, ball exchanges, ball distribution, and Clark dropping 12 or 13 assists along with her 17 pts - broke another rookie record I wonder how she would do over in France with the cream of the crop to play with

[@wiggybends3632]

Clark is very good at processing court action and helping her teammates with strategies

[@libbie414]

there is some kind of second motion from that Sky player that is why Wallace came to protect C.C., so kudos to her & to Carter for not adding anymore to the commotion.

[@janetmoore4006]

I played bb, 6 player, only rover could travel past the center line. Caitlin Clark sparked my interest. And your commentary is so helpful and makes me wish I could play again. Keep it up, you're great.

[@IcelyMorkie]

Huh. I didn't even notice that. Thanks. Finally, someone said enough is enough

[@giftcardbill]

Boston came to CC's defense with an obnoxious reporters question about TO's. These guys are such vultures they take a great game by CC and make a comment about TO's . As AB said, we're getting used to her in that she can see the court so well that the ball can come at any moment. We need to be ready.

[@deemdoubleu]

Well said

[@HD-tf6zu]

lol I thought it was funny but nice Wallace defended her teammate. Although, when it comes down to it Wallace don’t want the smoke - the Fever team just don’t have that rough around the edges type of personalities on the team. All the women are just too nice. Aliyah Boston and Nalyssa Smith are just gentle giants. I think we have to keep that in mind about this team. I can’t imagine Boston getting into a brawl and I actually respect that about her.

[@williamcarrigg1960]

absolutely

[@jamesfreeman2258]

Yes, don't mess with Any of the Fevers players. Not when you got Wallace!!! So relieved she stood for CC. BTW, CC will stand for her too.

[@SW-lx3lu]

Wally has always had her back and has looked like she was damn near crying when some of these bad ones happened. I guess she realized the enforcer wasn’t going to be a post player

[@dorabrown2368]

Just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy listening to you. You are so honest. Thank you. A lot of individuals are saying Caitlin's fame is racist. Your thoughts.

[@theadriennerossshow3143]

Thank you for the kinds words. I've done at least one video on that. I think one is about the WNBA players whining about league racism. Take a look at that one. I'm sure I've mentioned it in other videos also.

[@jojoxlt]

Y'all see who came swooping in at the end of the clip though, right? lol

[@timetells-p2p]

If you have not heard the reason that Kelsey Mitchell does not want to give up the ball. She was the top scorer in the WNBA last year and she does not want Caitlin to steal her glory. She may share sometime but she is always going to be on top.

[@beckyumphrey2626]

Great video.

[@fry5family]

That was a great observation, Adrienne. I totally missed it. I did want to mention I was listening to one of your recent vids on headphones and the sound was dropping out from side to side. Your light is even and you are looking beautiful and professional as always. God continue to bless you!

[@theadriennerossshow3143]

Thank you for the feedback. I’m a long way from a professional setup, but I’m definitely trying to get this thing figured out. Thank you for hanging in there with me. God bless you, too!

[@forever1909]

Thx coach

[@kathy0698]

I was happy to see Christy step up for CC!!!!!!

[@JS-nk4tn]

In my opinion while Carter caught her, she couldn't have avoided supporting Clark. Watch it again. It was meant to happen b/c that body connection relieved negative tension, animosity...like when someone gives you a hug. It was Carter unintentionally expressing affection if you will. It took the bullish side away from Carter. That translated to the spectators to feel that too. I

[@jjroseknows777]

Thank you - God bless you too. Thanks for turning me on to DaPope B Frank. I do like his commentary too.

[@keruberus1976]

CC's team mates are warming up to her. all thanks to the capable leadership of coach sides. CC and AB fan here!

[@jonathonpalbicke6122]

I missed it, thx! ☑️👌😎 JP

[@ivabrowning760]

Amen! 🙏🏼

[@JS-nk4tn]

The players are listening to the media in regards to backing their players.

[@jeanfourcade]

This is more than a team "gelling". It's the smarter players (Boston, Wallace, Smith, Hull) realizing that hooking their wagon to the Caitlin Clark powertrain could be life-changing. Expect many other WNBA players -and the upcoming draftees- to follow suit. Clarck taking over.

[@anneball683]

Love your reasonable voice!!

[@SW-lx3lu]

But AB defended Caitlin and complimented her in the postgame for the mystics and it was awesome

[@wmden1]

Carter did a surprising, good deed, in that instance. I was shocked after her knock down of Clark, a couple of weeks ago. Maybe there is some hope.

[@Joe-ny2up]

You are right. If you are a bench player and don't stick up for your best players, that's a good way to lose your roster spot at year end.