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sports1 year ago

"Caitlin Clark: A Rising Star in Basketball History and Romance"

Former Duke basketball star and ESPN analyst Jay Williams reiterated his opinion that Iowa Hawkeyes player Caitlin Clark isn't "great" yet because she hasn't won an NCAA championship, doubling down on his comments during a recent broadcast. Williams emphasized the importance of championships in measuring greatness, despite acknowledging Clark's scoring prowess and accolades. Clark, the all-time leading scorer in Division 1 women’s basketball history, has not won a championship but has achieved significant individual success.

via Fox News|
#basketball#caitlin-clark#espn
sports1 year ago

"ESPN Analyst Defends Caitlin Clark Criticism Amid Controversy Over Race Baiting"

ESPN analyst Jay Williams faced backlash for his comments about women's college basketball star Caitlin Clark, insisting that to be considered one of the greatest, she must win national championships. In response to accusations of racial bias, Williams doubled down on his stance, calling out "keyboard warriors" and dismissing claims of race baiting. Despite his own successful college basketball career, Williams' remarks have sparked controversy and criticism.

via Mediaite|
#caitlin-clark#espn#jay-williams
sports1 year ago

"Caitlin Clark: Record Breaker and Controversial Future"

ESPN analyst Jay Williams reiterated his stance that Caitlin Clark cannot be considered among the all-time greats in women's basketball until she wins a championship, despite her NCAA scoring record. Williams clarified his comments with his broadcast partner, emphasizing that he believes Clark is a great player but not in the GOAT discussion. He also addressed criticism and denied attempting to diminish Clark's abilities, while pointing out that winning a championship is a key factor in measuring greatness.

via New York Post |
#caitlin-clark#championships#jay-williams
sports1 year ago

"Celebrating Caitlin Clark: NCAA Scoring Record Breaker"

ESPN's Jay Williams expressed reluctance to label Iowa star Caitlin Clark as "great" despite her record-breaking scoring in women's basketball, citing the need for a championship win to achieve greatness. Williams compared Clark to Stephen Curry but emphasized the importance of team success, referencing UConn legends Diana Taurasi and Breanna Stewart as examples. Clark, who recently became the highest-scoring player in women's basketball history, led Iowa to the national championship game last season but fell short.

via USA TODAY|
#caitlin-clark#espn#jay-williams
sports2 years ago

Jay Williams Calls for End to 'Mount Rushmore' Term in Sports Media.

NBA analyst Jay Williams wants to stop using the term "Mount Rushmore" to describe the best of the best in sports, as he believes it is not an appropriate metric for success. Williams and his colleague Jalen Rose have both criticized the term, with Rose calling it "offensive" due to the monument being built on land taken from Native Americans. Williams pushed back on Stephen A. Smith's claim that Stephen Curry could knock LeBron James off the NBA's Mount Rushmore if he defeated him in the playoffs.

via Fox News|
#jalen-rose#jay-williams#mount-rushmore