UConn head coach Geno Auriemma is doubling down on his comments about Caitlin Clark being targeted. But this time, he says that Caitlin Clark — and even Paige Bueckers — don’t have bodies that are built for the WNBA.
Geno Auriemma isn’t mincing words about his feelings about the Caitlin Clark-WNBA discourse. Earlier this week, he mentioned that he felt Clark was being targeted because of her immense talent and the visibility she is creating for the WNBA.
On Thursday, while visiting the Dan Patrick show, Auriemma was asked how he believes Clark is handling the WNBA’s physicality. That’s when he also expressed that Caitlin does not have the body frame built for the WNBA:
"The delusional fanbase that follows her disrespected the #WNBA players by saying she's going to go in that league and tear it a part… The kid was set up for failure right from the beginning."
-Geno Auriemma talks Caitlin Clark pic.twitter.com/HkBwKuVS4E
— Dan Patrick Show (@dpshow) June 6, 2024
“I think she’s handling [it] great. I think she talks a lot of [expletive], and she gets a lot of [expletive] back. So, she deserves everything she gets because she gives it as good as she gets it. She’s just not built for the physicality of this league, and she’s not quick enough to get away from the physicality.”
“There’s a lot of learning curve like Diana said, and when she gets it, she has elite skills that are gonna really help her. But she needs to be on a better team, and she needs to be more experienced…”
When asked if Paige Bueckers had the build to play in the WNBA, Geno didn’t hesitate to share his thoughts rather bluntly:
“No. But her game is different…I think the subtleties of her game will translate. However, her rookie year, she will get it as bad as Caitlin’s getting it right now.”
For the full interview, including Auriemma’s rant about Caitlin Clark’s fanbase, see the YouTube video below.
News
Angel Reese GOES NUTS After She Got HAMMERED By Experts! Caitlin Clark SHOCKED The WNBA
The Angel Reese vs. Caitlyn Clark Drama: Talent, Perception, and Media Frenzy The ongoing saga between Angel Reese and Caitlyn Clark has captivated the basketball world, shedding…
“Caitlin Clark is the Rookie of Year, THERE IS NO DEBATE!” – Colin Cowherd on evolution of WNBA
In a thrilling display of skill and determination, Caitlin Clark led the Indiana Fever basketball team to a remarkable victory over the Minnesota Lynx in a recent…
Breaking News: WNBA Opens Investigation Into Referee Oversight During Caitlin Clark Games; Several Referees Suspended For Ignoring Opponents’ Dirty Play
In a startling development, the WNBA has initiated a thorough investigation into alleged referee misconduct during games involving prominent player Caitlin Clark. The inquiry centers around claims…
Caitlin Clark Makes Her Fans Proud With Batting Cage Video – “She Really Can Do Anything”
Caitlin Clark is very good at basketball, which we have seen all year long during her time in college with the Iowa Hawkeyes and in the WNBA…
Caitlin Clark Shatters New Viewership Record Leaving NBA in the Dust
The Indiana Fever failed to get the job done on Wednesday night after losing to the Las Vegas Aces 75-86. Despite that, Caitlin Clark proved to be…
Dave Portnoy Hits Aces-Fever Refs with Blunt Review After Caitlin Clark Offensive Foul
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever’s recent hot streak came to a screeching halt on Wednesday night against the Las Vegas Aces, as they suffered an 86-75…
End of content
No more pages to load