NBA's Silver says Fever's Clark has become 'political football'
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver describes Caitlin Clark as a 'political football' amid conflicting reports regarding WNBA player suspensions.
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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has labeled Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark a 'political football.' This statement comes alongside reports that Silver persuaded WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to suspend Alyssa Thomas following an incident involving Clark. Coverage is split between reports from Yahoo Sports and Sports Business Journal, which cite sources claiming Silver influenced the suspension of Thomas, and a denial from the WNBA via USA Today.
The New York Times reports that Silver sidestepped the suspension reports during his comments. Future developments center on whether the WNBA will provide further clarification on the reported influence of the NBA Commissioner regarding Alyssa Thomas's status.
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Quick answers
What did Adam Silver say about Caitlin Clark?
He stated that the Fever player has become a 'political football.'
Is there a consensus on Alyssa Thomas's suspension?
No. Yahoo Sports and Sports Business Journal report that Silver convinced Engelbert to suspend Thomas, but the WNBA has denied this report.
Which outlets reported on Silver's comments?
ESPN and The New York Times reported on Silver's 'political football' description of Clark.
Coverage (5)
- WNBA denies report that Adam Silver urged suspension of Alyssa Thomas USA Today · 3h ago
- NBA Commissioner Adam Silver reportedly convinced WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to suspend Alyssa Thomas Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
- Adam Silver calls Caitlin Clark a ‘political football,’ sidesteps suspension report The New York Times · 3h ago
- Sources: Silver persuaded Engelbert to suspend Thomas after Clark incident Sports Business Journal · 3h ago
- NBA's Silver says Fever's Clark has become 'political football' ESPN · 3h ago
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