What started as a typical midseason game between the Indiana Fever and the Phoenix Mercury turned into the epicenter of a media storm. A clip recorded in the final seconds of the game shows Brittney Griner reacting angrily to a foul, a moment that quickly became fuel for controversy.
Despite the lack of audio, a viral video of Griner‘s reaction has been interpreted by some as a verbal attack on Caitlin Clark. The incident created a tense atmosphere and sparked debate about the limits of respect and competitiveness in the WNBA.
“Trash fucking white girls,” Griner allegedly said, although it is unclear whether she actually said that because the statement is based on lip-reading speculation.
Brittney Griner’s alleged comments have been condemned
The clip of Britney attacking Clark went viral, sparking a heated debate on social media-understandably so.
Ron Harper, a former Chicago Bulls player and friend of Michael Jordan, posted his opinion on last night’s events without hesitation.
“They will always test Caitlin Clark, not because she is white, but because she is one of the best players in the WNBA. Stop thinking this is about color...” he wrote on his X account.
The WNBA is currently navigating a sensitive period following the launch of its “No Room for Hate” initiative in response to a recent incident involving Angel Reese.
However, fans are now questioning the apparent lack of reaction to comments attributed to Brittney Griner. Many are demanding a firm and equitable stance that reflects the values of the campaign.
The reality is that the league has yet to comment, and it does not appear likely to do so. This is causing concern and upset among Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark fans. Justice is not being served, and patience is running out across the WNBA.
Clark has not commented on the situation either, as it seems the Indiana Fever star does not want to lose focus on her team’s upcoming league commitments.
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