ESPN's Monica McNutt says Caitlin Clark needs 'accountability' in bizarre smear
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- ESPN analyst Monica McNutt criticized Caitlin Clark's description of feeling "fearful" of media conversations, suggesting that those accused of misconduct are often the ones who exhibit fear on social media.
- McNutt acknowledged Clark as a rising WNBA star but urged her to show more accountability and self-awareness within the league's community.
- Clark's comments stemmed from a recent incident where Alyssa Thomas hit her in the throat during a game, leading to media scrutiny and emotional exhaustion for Clark.
- McNutt faced backlash from Clark's fans, some of whom compared her to controversial former ESPN broadcaster Ryan Clark and called for her inclusion in recent ESPN layoffs.
- The debate around Clark has reached political levels, with 11 Republican House members demanding the WNBA address physical targeting of Clark in games.
