WNBA: Clark fatigue, Aces falling short and other disappointments

Expectations can lead to disappointment, and that’s certainly true in a few situations this WNBA season. Here are three of the most disappointing storylines so far:

Caitlin Clark fatigue

I have the attention on Clark as both a surprise and a disappointment. Seeing the league get an influx of attention has been a joy. However, it’s been disappointing watching people use Clark to push their own agendas in ways that often feel sexist and racist.

I hope that as the season continues, I’ll be less and less disappointed with the drama created by Clark’s existence. She’s really just playing basketball and doing well, so if people can enjoy her game and the league’s talent, we can all get along. If not, this may be an ongoing trend for years.

What’s up with the Aces?

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The Aces used to be considered THE superpower in the WNBA, but they’ve looked pedestrian this year. Currently 11-6, the Aces have already…