For years, the Women’s National Basketball Association has fought for recognition, growth, and the financial stability that men’s professional sports enjoy almost by default. In 2024, the arrival of Caitlin Clark appeared to be the miracle the league had been waiting for. Dubbed the “savior of women’s basketball,” Clark’s electric shooting, charisma, and ability to draw massive crowds seemed to unlock a new era. TV ratings spiked, ticket prices soared, and suddenly, corporations that had long ignored women’s basketball were scrambling to ink sponsorship deals.

The Caitlin Clark Effect

The Aggression Nobody Controlled

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The Fallout

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The Fan Revolt

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Players Speak Out

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The Billion-Dollar Deal on the Line

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Can the League Recover?

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The Unthinkable Question

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The Bottom Line