‘Caitlin Clark ruined NBA All-Star weekend’ – Rob Parker destroys WNBA superstar for rejecting offer
Analyst Rob Parker was disappointed by WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark's decision to forgo the NBA All-Star Weekend.
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Caitlin Clark called out by Rob Parker for missing All-Star Weekend
Saying that NBA All-Star Weekend has lost its shine is not a new take. The event remains criticized for years, and this season is no different. Instead of blaming the NBA, its players, or even Commissioner Adam Silver, analyst Rob Parker directed his aim towards the WNBA. According to Parker, the person responsible for ruining NBA All-Star Weekend is none other than Caitlin Clark.
Ever since Clark entered the mainstream basketball sphere, the Indiana Fever rookie has quickly become one of the most recognizable names in basketball. Her name alone brings viewership no matter where she goes, and the NBA was banking on her to participate in a three-point shootout with Stephen Curry and others to boost its ratings. However, after her refusal, Rob Parker feels she’s making a mistake.
Caitlin Clark has ruined NBA All-Star Weekend. They invited her to be involved in the shooting contest with Steph. Right? And they were gonna make this nice thing go, and give people something to watch. She is television ratings gold… She had the gall, the audacity, to say ‘no.’ How can she say no when the WNBA wouldn’t even be around if it wasn’t for the NBA.
Rob Parker said radio show The Odd Couple
Parker’s frustration stemmed from the NBA’s ongoing struggle to make the All-Star Weekend engaging. The dunk contest has lost its appeal, and many star players opt out of participation. To Parker, Caitlin Clark was the one chance the NBA had to generate buzz, and her refusal to participate made the weekend even less interesting.
Rob Parker calls out Caitlin Clark for ruining NBA All-Star Weekend
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) February 14, 2025
“How can she say no when the WNBA wouldn’t even be around if it wasn’t for the NBA? They have subsidized that league forever. Ratings this year, right? Guess how much money the WNBA lost this past year — $50… pic.twitter.com/hYyWDansQe
However, Clark’s stance on prioritizing the WNBA is clear. Getting to shoot on national television alongside NBA legends like Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson would have been quite the show. However, the talented superstar remains focused on ensuring that the WNBA comes first.
Caitlin Clark continues to shine after Nike Super Bowl commercial
Caitlin Clark may have skipped NBA All-Star Weekend, but she was front and center during Super Bowl 59. She appeared in a Nike commercial that aired during the game. The ad marked the first time since 1998 that Nike featured a Super Bowl commercial, signaling their major investment in the rapidly growing venture of women’s sports.
The commercial, narrated by Grammy-winning artist Doechii, showcased top female athletes, including Clark, gymnast Jordan Chiles, track star Sha’Carri Richardson, and WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson. Reigning WNBA champion and the originator of the WNBA-NBA crossover shootout, Sabrina Ionescu spoke about the ad after its release.
Women’s sport isn’t the future, it’s right now. We’re seeing it in packed arenas, in TV ratings, in the way people are showing up for the game like never before. Commanding attention isn’t about being the loudest in the room. It’s about making sure that when you step up, everyone takes notice.
WNBA star Sabrina Ionescu said
Caitlin Clark’s rising profile is evidence of the shift that Ionescu spoke about. The fact that the NBA wanted her to headline All-Star Weekend speaks volumes about her influence. Whether or not Parker agrees, Clark’s ability to draw viewership is undeniable. The NBA may have missed out on a big moment, but Clark is focused on building something bigger, on her own terms.
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