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“That’s not something I stand for,” Clark says about racist rhetoric

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark addressed the rising tide of racist rhetoric directed at her and her teammates during a recent exit interview at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Clark, who has faced heightened scrutiny since her college basketball days at the University of Iowa, condemned the use of her name in discriminatory messages, stating that such behavior is unacceptable.

She acknowledged the challenges of constant public attention, noting that while it brings opportunities, it also creates personal difficulties, particularly when teammates like Kelsey Mitchell face backlash simply for being associated with her. Mitchell, in her own exit interview, described receiving hurtful online messages and questioned whether fans truly welcomed her despite her contributions as a leading player for the Fever.

Both players emphasized the importance of maintaining respectful dialogue and urged supporters to extend grace amid the intense scrutiny of the 2026 WNBA season.

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