WNBA viewership numbers show Caitlin Clark is driving a significant increase in viewers compared to other games and last year, leading to speculation of jealousy and envy from opponents. Angel Reese's attempt to downplay Clark's impact is contradicted by the data.
Key Points
Caitlin Clark's games draw 1.184 million viewers, significantly higher than other WNBA games
Clark's influence on viewership nearly quadruples compared to last year
Opponents may target Clark out of envy rather than racial reasons
Pros
Caitlin Clark's presence is significantly boosting WNBA viewership
Increased interest in WNBA games due to Clark's performance
Cons
Potential resentment and jealousy from opponents towards Caitlin Clark