The WNBA drama takes another twist — because Chennedy Carter just went from throwing shade at Caitlin Clark… to throwing praise.

Yes, you read that right.

Just months after going viral for delivering one of the most controversial hits in recent league history — a shoulder check on Caitlin Clark that had fans calling it dirty, intentional, and personal — Chennedy Carter is flipping the script.

“She’s good. I can’t lie. The girl can hoop.” — Chennedy Carter, in a new interview

Wait… what?
Let’s break it down.

Last Year: Cold Shoulder, Viral Controversy

In 2024, during a heated game between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever, Carter delivered a hard off-ball hit to rookie superstar Caitlin Clark. The clip went viral instantly. Clark went down. Fans were furious. Media outlets labeled it cheap, and some players even called for suspensions.

Carter’s response?

“I said what I said. I did what I did.”
No apology. No backing down. Just straight-up tension.

This Year: A Total Switch-Up

Fast-forward to 2025, and the energy is… different.

In a sit-down interview this week, Carter was asked about Caitlin Clark’s continued rise — her record-setting rookie year, her leadership with the Fever, and the eyes she’s brought to the league.

Instead of more beef, Carter surprised everyone:

“I still play hard, I don’t back down — but I respect game. And Caitlin? She’s got game.”

And just like that, Carter may have gone from being Clark’s biggest critic… to becoming a reluctant fan.

Genuine Growth — or PR Play?

Fans are now debating: is this a real shift in perspective, or just a cleanup job?

Some say Chennedy is maturing, realizing that being constantly positioned as the “villain” won’t help her longevity in the league.

Others think this is a calculated move — especially after rumors swirled about Carter’s future in the WNBA being uncertain due to off-court drama and locker room friction.

🎙️ “She knows the league is Clark’s world now. She’s just trying to live in it.”
— WNBA fan account @WTheLeague

Meanwhile, Caitlin Clark Keeps Winning

As all this unfolds, Caitlin Clark has stayed focused on the game. She’s putting up historic numbers, drawing record-breaking viewership, and continuing to be the face of a new WNBA era.

Whether Carter’s shift is sincere or strategic, one thing is undeniable:

Caitlin Clark is commanding respect — even from her loudest critics.

 Final Word:

From shade to salute, Chennedy Carter’s change of tone shows just how much Caitlin Clark has shaken up the W.
It’s not just about basketball anymore — it’s about narrative, influence, and legacy.

And right now?

Even the haters are taking notes.