Follow us on Google Discover Golden State Valkyries star Gabby Williams reveals what makes Caitlin Clark stand out in the WNBA.
The 2026 WNBA season concluded with Gabby Williams and the Golden State Valkyries clinching the title over the Atlanta Dream.
After being named the 2026 WNBA Finals MVP, Williams has already become the next big thing in the league. Speaking of the WNBA’s big names, none can rival the popularity of Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark.
However, as one of the faces of the W, Clark also faces immense criticism from fans and experts alike. But does that bother Clark? Williams revealed just that.
Gabby Williams says Caitlin Clark carries a ‘very heavy’ burden
Clark has already played in three WNBA seasons, but she’s yet to make an impressive postseason run. Evidently, this has led to many brutally calling out the 3x WNBA All-Star on a nightly basis.
It means that Clark is carrying a massive burden on her shoulders. Despite that, Williams revealed that Clark seeks no protection.
“What Caitlin has to carry is probably very, very heavy. I think she herself would be the first person to say that she doesn’t need to be protected. And I think she’s just as competitive.
“And I’ve played against her and you can see that. I don’t think she asks for anything to be easy. None of us do. We’re all just athletes,” Williams said on CNBC Television.
She added, “But it’s been great just seeing multiple stories be told. Multiple women kind of earn their praise, and just seeing the game grow collectively.”
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The 2026 WNBA Finals MVP believes that Clark’s insanely competitive nature stops her from seeking any protection.
As a result, Clark has remained unfazed by the criticism mounting against her – but for how long? After all, Clark’s competitive nature often made her angry about the lack of success in her WNBA career.
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