Caitlin Clark, the most talked-about rookie in WNBA history, is once again the center of controversy — but this time, it’s not about a missed foul call or a viral highlight.

It’s about a ranking list.

A newly released “Top 25 WNBA Players Right Now” list from a major sports outlet shockingly ranked Caitlin Clark at No. 21, sparking massive backlash online — and one voice stood out louder than the rest:

Rachel DeMita, former college hooper, sports host, and massive basketball personality, took to social media to call out what many fans are calling a “clear disrespect” toward Clark.

 The WNBA List That Sparked Chaos

The ranking in question — published by Hoops Central Weekly — claimed to evaluate current WNBA players based on:

Performance

Impact

“Projected value” in the 2025 season

Shockingly, Caitlin Clark — despite leading all rookies in scoring and setting assist records in her first three games — was placed below players with lower stats and less team impact.

Names above her included:

Role players with bench minutes

Veterans with declining seasons

Players averaging fewer than 8 PPG

The reaction? Swift and furious.

 Rachel DeMita Speaks Out: “This is INSANE.”

Rachel DeMita, known for her deep knowledge of the women’s game and her massive platform on YouTube and Instagram, did not hold back.

In a viral video (2.6M views in 24 hours), she said:

“This isn’t just a bad list. This is a hit job. Caitlin Clark is literally changing the economics of the WNBA right now — ticket sales, ratings, media buzz — and you’ve got her at No. 21?”

“She’s top 10 right now. Easily. If this were the NBA, someone like Luka would NEVER be ranked that low in year one. Why is it different here?”

She ended the clip with:

“Stop rigging the narrative because you don’t like the spotlight she’s bringing.”

 Fans & Players React: “This is Personal.”

After Rachel’s video dropped, the floodgates opened.

Fan Reactions:

“21 is straight disrespect. She’s single-handedly keeping the Fever relevant.”

“They’re mad she’s too popular, too fast.”

“This is what happens when the media gatekeeps the WNBA.”

Player Reactions:

Kelsey Plum (Aces): “Caitlin’s been hooping. If you can’t admit that, you’re lying to yourself.”

Arike Ogunbowale: “We can compete AND still respect what she’s doing. This ain’t it.”

Lexie Brown: “Yeah, I peeped that list. Wild.”

 Caitlin’s Numbers Don’t Lie

Here are Caitlin Clark’s stats through her first 5 pro games:

19.7 PPG

6.2 APG

3.8 RPG

43% FG | 39% 3PT

1.2M average viewers per Fever broadcast

Oh, and she’s a rookie.

Compared to others ranked above her, it’s objectively clear that the placement was more narrative-driven than performance-based.

 Why This Matters

This isn’t just about a number on a list. This is about how female athletes are perceived and promoted — especially those who break the mold.

Clark isn’t the “quiet, wait-your-turn” type. She’s bold, confident, fiery — and she’s bringing unprecedented attention to women’s basketball.

And while some embrace it, others? Not so much. Final Take

Whether you’re a Clark fan or not, one thing’s clear: ranking her No. 21 is not just wrong — it’s disrespectful to what she’s already accomplished and what she’s doing for the game.

Rachel DeMita said what needed to be said.
The fans backed her up.
And now the WNBA world is watching.

This wasn’t just a list. It was a message.
And judging by the reaction — that message backfired.

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