Diana Taurasi Exposes Why Caitlin Clark Has Become the WNBA’s Biggest Target

In professional sports, rookies are expected to earn respect—but Caitlin Clark’s entry into the WNBA has been met with something far harsher: targeted aggression. From hard fouls to bruising hits, the Indiana Fever star has faced a relentless physical onslaught. Now, WNBA legend Diana Taurasi has confirmed what fans long suspected—this isn’t just basketball, it’s personal.

“She has a target on her back,” Taurasi admitted, pointing to a toxic mix of jealousy, resentment, and generational divide fueling the attacks. Clark’s unprecedented rise—selling out arenas, dominating headlines, and landing massive endorsements—has lifted the league’s visibility but also exposed bitter fault lines. Veterans who fought for scraps of recognition now watch a rookie command influence they spent decades building.

On the court, that tension has turned into dangerous gatekeeping. Fouls from players like D.J. Carrington and Angel Reese have become statements: a bruising attempt to remind Clark she’s not untouchable.

Taurasi also blasted the WNBA’s negligence, accusing the league of prioritizing profits over player safety. Her warning is clear: protecting Clark isn’t just about one player—it’s about the future of women’s basketball.