Caitlin Clark is one of the biggest stars in women’s basketball, but with that spotlight comes constant scrutiny, especially online. And now, the Indiana Fever guard is calling it out for what it is: fake.
Speaking on a live episode of A Touch More podcast alongside Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe, Clark opened up about the pressure of being in the public eye. “You have to remember, social media is such a false perception of reality,” she said. “It’s not the real world.”
Clark, 23, believes the online noise doesn’t reflect the real support she gets. “When I show up to arenas, those are the moments that really remind me of how many people are really there supporting and loving [me],” she added. “The little boys and the little girls—those aren’t the people that are on social media caring about every decision you make.”
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Despite missing the WNBA All-Star Game with a groin injury, Clark made waves off the court. Voted a captain for the event, she was front and center in the “Pay Us What You Owe Us” movement, joining fellow All-Stars to bring attention to the players’ push for a better deal in upcoming CBA negotiations.
Her honesty stood out during the podcast: “I just try to show up every day and be myself and be authentically me,” she said. “Whether that’s hard questions or hard moments… I try to remind myself how lucky I am to be here.”
Clark is currently averaging 16.5 points, 8.8 assists, and 5.0 rebounds in 2025, though she remains sidelined for now. Head coach Stephanie White said she is progressing but won’t play in the Fever’s first game back against the New York Liberty.
After the All-Star festivities, Clark took to social media herself, this time, to spread some positivity. “Incredible weekend in Indy!! Grateful to call this city home and beyond thankful for the incredible fans who brought the energy.”
For Caitlin Clark, the real support doesn’t come from tweets—it comes from the fans who show up.
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