Caitlin Clark, the standout WNBA rookie for the Indiana Fever, has been turning heads both on and off the court — but this time, it’s for a reason that’s a little more… unexpected.

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Recently, fans on social media began comparing her look to none other than Law & Order: SVU star Christopher Meloni, known for his role as Detective Elliot Stabler. A side-by-side photo of Clark and Meloni went viral, with some users saying they could be long-lost siblings. One fan even tweeted:

“Now I can’t unsee it — Caitlin Clark looks exactly like the guy from Law & Order.”

That “guy” being Meloni, of course. The post sparked a wave of humorous reactions across X (formerly Twitter), with memes and jokes flying left and right. While Caitlin Clark has been known for her elite scoring ability and cool demeanor on the court, it seems her resemblance to a famous crime-fighting detective is just as captivating to the internet.

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Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown couldn’t resist jumping into the conversation — though, as usual, he did so with controversy. Brown posted a photo of Caitlin Clark in a mini dress and captioned it:

“That’s the dude from Law & Order. #CTESPN”

His remark was widely seen as disrespectful and sparked backlash, prompting Clark to block Brown on social media. Many fans rallied around Clark, calling out Brown for what they described as another tone-deaf and inappropriate post.

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A Viral Moment, But a Bigger Picture

The viral “Law & Order” comparison might be light-hearted, but it also shines a light on how female athletes are constantly subjected to commentary about their appearances rather than their performance. While Caitlin Clark continues to break records and drive massive viewership numbers in the WNBA, the internet can’t help but focus on the superficial.

Still, Clark has remained unbothered. She continues to carry herself with poise amid criticism and jokes, and fans appreciate her focus and professionalism — even if the memes won’t stop anytime soon.