1 HOUR AGO: A’ja Wilson GOES NUTS After WNBA SUSPENDED Her For RACIST ASSAULT On Caitlin Clark!
A’ja Wilson, the MVP of the WNBA, is often hailed as the greatest player in women’s basketball, but it seems like nobody truly cares. A year ago, a video surfaced of her candidly speaking to teammate Kelsey Plum about white privilege. Now, the Las Vegas Aces are facing serious trouble; their backcourt is struggling, coach Becky Hammond is visibly frustrated, and they are returning to Vegas after trailing the New York Liberty 0-2 in the WNBA playoffs. The last thing they needed was more drama.
Then a video leaked showing A’ja discussing her views on white players, and it has taken the Internet by storm. This situation highlights the growing support for Caitlyn Clark, while A’ja’s reputation seems to be declining. Some fans, especially those who support Caitlyn, feel A’ja’s comments reflect poorly on her and suggest she is out of touch. In the video, A’ja seems to imply that white players like Kelsey and Paige Bueckers, who were sitting courtside during a key game, benefit from their privilege.
While A’ja might have meant it as a compliment, many viewers interpreted it differently, seeing it as a backhanded jab at talented white athletes. A’ja acknowledged her privilege, suggesting it makes her a better player, but this sparked debate online. The video has over 27 million views on X (formerly Twitter), particularly after the Aces lost to the Liberty. Fans shared their reactions, with some criticizing A’ja for her comments. One common sentiment was that some players are quick to accuse others of racism when they don’t get the support they expect.
Interestingly, many of Caitlyn Clark’s supporters are not white but rather Black males, which adds another layer to this discussion. The video seems to show a deeper issue—jealousy towards Caitlyn, who has quickly become a fan favorite and is breaking records left and right. She led the Indiana Fever to a playoff spot while facing unnecessary physical play throughout the season. Legendary player Sue Bird weighed in on the debate, stating she never thought Caitlyn was targeted during games. Instead, she believes the narrative of targeting stems from jealousy among other players.
While Caitlyn has faced tough defenses, it’s part of the game and shouldn’t be misconstrued as targeting. There were, however, some questionable actions during the season; for example, Chennedy Carter elbowed Caitlyn during a game, which raised eyebrows. Sue Bird and other players agreed that emotions run high in games, but there are better ways to handle frustrations than resorting to dirty plays. Players like A’ja Wilson and Alyssa Thomas, who criticize Caitlyn and her fans, seem to miss the point.
Racism and negativity are not new, and it’s disappointing that Caitlyn is being scapegoated. The league should focus on celebrating talent rather than dividing itself over these issues. Subscribe if you’re Team Caitlyn Clark!