Just weeks into her WNBA career, Caitlin Clark has already taken the league by storm — from record-breaking viewership to highlight-reel threes and jaw-dropping assists. But despite her undeniable impact, a newly released WNBA GM survey has fans up in arms, claiming Clark was blatantly disrespected by the very people running the league’s franchises.

 The Survey That Sparked Outrage

The WNBA’s annual general manager survey, intended to offer insider predictions and insights, completely snubbed Caitlin Clark in several key categories:

Not voted as top rookie to have the biggest impact this season

Barely mentioned in “future face of the league” votes

Ignored in categories like “best passer” and “most exciting player”

Instead, votes leaned heavily toward more experienced players or other rookies with far less media attention or statistical output — sparking backlash from fans, media analysts, and even former players.

 Fans Are FURIOUS

Social media exploded the moment the results dropped.

“She’s literally carrying the league’s media attention right now. This is a straight-up clown show,” one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
“These GMs must be watching a different sport. Caitlin Clark is the only reason some people even tuned in to the WNBA this year,” another added.

Hashtags like #PutSomeRespectOnHerName, #ClarkHaters, and #WNBAClownShow quickly began trending.

 Disrespect or Jealousy?

Many observers believe the snub has less to do with Clark’s talent and more to do with league politics and resentment. Some executives may feel that the attention Clark receives overshadows veteran players — even if she’s already putting up impressive numbers and playing with unmatched confidence.

ESPN analyst Monica McNutt said it best:

“It’s hard not to see this as petty. She’s lifting the league right now — in viewership, relevance, and engagement — and somehow she’s not one of the top rookies? Make it make sense.”

 Clark by the Numbers

While the GMs seem unconvinced, the stats tell a different story:

Averaging 16–18 PPG, 5+ assists, and multiple deep-range threes per game

Leading all rookies in minutes, media impact, and fan engagement

Breaking attendance records at nearly every arena she visits

Even WNBA veterans like Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi — who initially warned about her “reality check” — have recently praised Clark’s poise and basketball IQ.

 The Bigger Issue?

This controversy has opened a deeper conversation about how the WNBA treats its rising stars — especially those who bring a new wave of attention to the league.

Some fans believe there’s a reluctance from GMs and league insiders to embrace change, especially when it comes packaged in the form of a flashy, confident, and hugely marketable rookie like Caitlin Clark.

 Final Word

Caitlin Clark isn’t just a rookie. She’s a phenomenon, a ratings magnet, and possibly the most impactful player the WNBA has seen in years — and that’s before her first season is even halfway done.

The league’s general managers might not want to admit it yet…

But fans know it.
The media knows it.
And Caitlin Clark?
She’s letting her game do all the talking.