Caitlin Clark Targeted Again: A’ja Wilson Under Fire After Controversial Hit
Another intense moment is rocking the WNBA as Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson delivered a hard foul to Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark, sparking major backlash. Early in the third quarter, Wilson’s aggressive forearm check knocked Clark to the ground — a play fans call “deliberate and dangerous.”
“That was NOT a basketball play,” tweeted Chandler Parsons.
Despite viral footage and outrage, referees made no call. This marks the second time Wilson has hit Clark without consequence, fueling #ProtectCaitlin and #SuspendWilson movements online.
Critics argue it reflects a deeper tension in the WNBA — a culture clash between veterans and Clark, the league’s rising star whose popularity threatens the status quo.
“If this was Curry or LeBron, there’d be suspensions,” said a sports host.
Clark, composed as ever, downplayed the incident:
“It’s basketball. I’ll keep playing hard.”
But fans demand accountability. The WNBA’s silence so far raises concerns about favoritism — and the safety of its brightest new talent. As pressure builds, the league faces a critical decision: protect the future or risk its credibility.
