With that being said, let’s talk about some of the privileges that people often overlook—like “pretty privilege,” “white privilege,” or even “tall privilege.” But seriously, the hosts of The View seem so jealous of Caitlin Clark’s success. This is the same Caitlin Clark who has turned women’s basketball upside down with record-breaking performances and unprecedented viewership—levels even the NBA struggles to achieve at times. Her rise has been the catalyst for a new wave of enthusiasm in women’s basketball.
However, The View’s hosts seem determined to undermine her. Rather than celebrating her accomplishments, they resort to speaking in racially charged tones and spouting nonsense. Caitlin’s talent, work ethic, and historic achievements on the court somehow get reduced to race. Sunny Hostin, in particular, couldn’t resist dragging Caitlin’s name through the mud by bringing up “white privilege,” as if Caitlin’s legendary court vision, insane work ethic, and jaw-dropping performances could simply be boiled down to her skin color.
Sunny even went on to say Caitlin might be “more relatable” because she’s white and attractive, perpetuating outdated stigmas about women’s sports and the LGBTQ+ community. But here’s where things get interesting—even LeBron James, who is often aligned with progressive narratives, stepped in to defend Caitlin. On JJ Redick’s podcast, LeBron praised Caitlin for her impact on women’s basketball, acknowledging her skill and influence on the game. He essentially shut down Sunny’s oversimplification with a reminder of what Caitlin has done for the sport.
Here’s the reality: the WNBA has been subsidized by the NBA since its inception in 1996. The league has never been profitable, yet Caitlin Clark has brought more attention to women’s basketball than most WNBA stars combined. If The View cared so much about women’s sports, why haven’t they consistently used their massive platform and resources to promote the WNBA? Instead, they dismiss Caitlin’s groundbreaking achievements as mere “privilege.”
Reducing Caitlin’s success to race is not only lazy—it’s disrespectful to every female athlete who has worked tirelessly to elevate women’s sports. If someone tried to attribute LeBron’s success to his race, the backlash would be immediate and justified. So why is Caitlin’s success treated differently? Sports performance is determined by talent, stats, and hard work—not identity politics.
Caitlin Clark is a generational talent who has smashed records, drawn unprecedented viewership, and redefined what’s possible in women’s basketball. Her games average 1.2 million viewers—nearly triple the average WNBA game—and her influence has even led to the introduction of charter flights for players. Her rise parallels icons like Michael Jordan, Serena Williams, and Ronda Rousey, who each revolutionized their respective sports.
Yet, rather than celebrating her accomplishments, Caitlin has faced hostility on and off the court. For instance, during a game against the Chicago Sky, Kennedy Carter blatantly hip-checked Caitlin to the ground, a move that was both unnecessary and deliberate. The post-game drama extended to social media, where Carter liked posts celebrating her actions.
Caitlin’s response, however, was nothing short of class. She didn’t retaliate or fuel the drama, highlighting her focus on the game. Despite her undeniable achievements—such as becoming the fastest WNBA player to reach 100 three-pointers—she’s often unfairly labeled as a beneficiary of privilege. Meanwhile, her games continue to sell out arenas and generate unprecedented levels of fan engagement.
Instead of uniting behind Caitlin’s transformative impact, some players and commentators seem intent on tearing her down. This resistance risks alienating fans and undermining the WNBA’s momentum. Caitlin Clark’s rise represents a unique opportunity to grow women’s basketball, but internal jealousy and divisive narratives could sabotage this progress.
Caitlin has already secured major endorsement deals, like a $28 million partnership with Nike, and contributed an estimated $36 million to Indianapolis’ economy in her rookie year. These accomplishments should inspire celebration, not resentment. Yet, Sunny Hostin and others continue to weaponize identity politics against her, detracting from the true essence of sports—greatness.
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