Stephen A. Smith says there is resentment toward Caitlin Clark

Stephen A. Smith, the well‑known analyst, called out the rising resentment aimed at WNBA phenom Caitlin Clark.

He argued that the media’s hype around the young star has turned into an unfair backlash, putting undue pressure on her. Clark responded that the criticism fuels her determination to improve.

The exchange has sparked a broader conversation about how women's basketball is covered in the press.