Caitlin Clark fans rip Jason Whitlock over recent ‘flop’ criticism

If you are a sports media personality who comments on the WNBA, get ready to receive some backlash the moment you begin to criticize Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark.

Polarizing media figure Jason Whitlock is learning that the hard way, after launching a recent attack on Clark for her “flopping” on the court and attitude towards refs. Whitlock was once a staunch support of Clark and was quick to defend her during previous incidents, but he has recently done some flipping and flopping of his own on his Clark-centered takes.

His latest criticism stemmed from an incident during Sunday’s game between the Fever and Aces, when Clark flopped to the ground after making contact with Aces star Chelsea Gray.

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“Caitlin Clark was at it again, going at the officials after one of the worst flops I’ve ever seen,” Whitlock wrote on X while sharing a video discussing the incident. “Her cult following constantly wants to make her a victim, and she is starting to believe she always is one.”

Caitlin Clark was at it again, going at the officials after one of the worst flops I’ve ever seen. Her cult following constantly wants to make her a victim, and she is starting to believe she always is one. pic.twitter.com/4KLhbtsRjp

— Jason Whitlock (@jasonwhitlock) July 13, 2026

He added, “This is my problem with Caitlin Clark. She’s a drama queen. She exaggerates everything. She plays the victim. And, again, all of you conservatives that are out there championing Caitlin Clark, you look like hypocrites because a conservative, a Christian conservative, does not believe in victimhood.

“And you got Caitlin Clark out on the middle of a court in a WNBA game that they are winning, playing the victim, and they’ve played this role to the inevitable conclusion that’s laughable and embarrassing.”

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Those comments did not go over with Clark’s loyal fans, and they immediately fired back.

“You are full of shit Jason. Get some glasses. She was elbowed in the ribs/ solar plexus and then head and shouldered in the same place, while being kneed. That’s 3 fouls on one play with no call,” one fan wrote. “I think I will unfollow all of your social media. Jerk!!”

Another added, “Jason Whitlock is at it again, going at Caitlin Clark in what is now one of the worst posts from him I’ve ever seen. The only reason this tub of lard uses her name is so he can remain relevant. Insecurity is a b*tch. Ain’t it, Jason?”

The attacks on Whitlock’s “credibility” kept coming.

That’s the dangerous game you play when you tie your commentary to a certain athlete and only share opinions with rose-colored glasses. Their fanbase will flock to you, but the moment you step across the line, you’re the one being attacked. But Whitlock knows that, and he thrives in the chaos.

After all, the one way to continue staying relevant is to talk about hot button issues and stir up emotion. We’ll have to see what side of the fence Whitlock is on the next time Clark’s name is in the headlines.

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