Coach K Talks About \u2018Negativity\u2019 and Jealousy Faced by Caitlin Clark<\/p>\n
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Renowned basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski noticed the negativity Caitlin Clark encountered upon entering the WNBA. Fortunately, the Indiana Fever standout managed the situation admirably.<\/p>\n
Clark arrived in the WNBA as the most highly anticipated prospect ever. Naturally, with the immense hype surrounding her, there was also a lot of criticism. One of the most talked-about issues throughout the season was the claim that some of her peers were envious of the attention she received.<\/p>\n
Many even connected this to multiple instances of players being particularly aggressive and physical with Clark<\/p>\n
Despite this, Clark remained supportive of the league and never fueled the debate that placed her at odds with fellow players. As the season progressed, the jealousy narrative gradually faded.<\/p>\n
Former Iowa Hawkeyes star Caitlin Clark enters Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images<\/p>\n
Former Iowa Hawkeyes star Caitlin Clark enters Carver-Hawkeye Arena.<\/p>\n
Coach K, meanwhile, applauded Clark for letting her skills speak for themselves and not allowing the “negativity” and jealousy rumors to affect her.<\/p>\n
“I was amazed at how she handled all the defenses, and then when she got into the WNBA, some of the negativity that was out there, or jealousy, and I think she has just been remarkable,” Krzyzewski shared at The Richmond Forum.<\/p>\n
“She’s a really good basketball player,” he added.<\/p>\n
Additionally, the 78-year-old coach praised Clark’s game at the event. Krzyzewski highlighted that her passing ability is what impresses him the most.<\/p>\n
“The best thing she does is pass,” Coach K stated. “She’s a magical passer and has a great feel for the game. So what her coach did, I would have done exactly the same: Make sure she handles the ball a lot and helps elevate everyone around her.”<\/p>\n
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