Skip Bayless has long been known for his bold opinions, and as a 72-year-old broadcaster and self-proclaimed fan of Caitlin Clark, it was inevitable that these two aspects would eventually intersect. Bayless, who often sparks debate, has shared his polarizing thoughts on Indiana Fever’s superstar, Caitlin Clark. Recently, he claimed Clark is “the best No. 22 since Emmitt Smith,” a high compliment given that Smith holds the title of the NFL’s all-time leading rusher. Considering the many sports legends who’ve worn No. 22, that’s a significant statement.
One such legend is Las Vegas Aces All-Star center A’ja Wilson, who, at 28, is leading the race for this year’s WNBA MVP award. This would be her third time receiving the prestigious honor. However, Bayless isn’t ready to hand Wilson the MVP title just yet. He believes Clark is emerging as a serious contender for the 2024 MVP. Bayless recently remarked, “Rookie of the Year was decided two or three weeks ago. Now, Caitlin Clark is pushing A’ja Wilson for MVP of this league. She’s beginning to challenge A’ja as the best player in the league, and I’m not exaggerating. No one controls the game like Caitlin does.”
.@RealSkipBayless says Caitlin Clark is the MVP over A'ja Wilson pic.twitter.com/W1QXa0UIYL
— The Skip Bayless Show (@SkipBaylessShow) September 5, 2024
In his nearly six-minute monologue, Skip Bayless had plenty to say about Caitlin Clark, particularly emphasizing her dominance in the race for Rookie of the Year, where he believes she’s already surpassed Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky. However, what stands out most from his remarks is his bold claim that Clark is now a legitimate contender for the WNBA MVP.
Clark’s recent achievements back up the hype. She was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Month for August, with impressive averages of 24.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 5.2 assists. She also led the Indiana Fever to a 5-1 record, securing a playoff spot for the first time since 2018. With such a strong finish to the season, it’s no surprise that, like Skip Bayless, more and more people are beginning to rally behind the idea of Clark as a potential MVP.
