ESPN analyst says there's a star more deserving than Caitlin Clark to be face of the WNBA

The article examines the debate around who should be considered the face of the WNBA. While established legends like Candace Parker, Sue Bird, and Diana Taurasi are often associated with the league, the focus shifts to current players, with Caitlin Clark being a prominent candidate.

Caitlin Clark, a superstar in college where she became the NCAA DI all-time leading scorer, entered the WNBA as the No. 1 overall pick by the Indiana Fever in 2024. Her legendary college career made her a household name. As a rookie, she broke records and won Rookie of the Year. Now in her second season, despite injury absences, she continues to perform at an All-Star level, leading the Fever to a Commissioner's Cup championship and earning the role of All-Star captain.

The article questions whether Clark's achievements, impressive as they are, are sufficient to declare her the face of the league so early in her career, noting this is only her second season and many believe she has more to prove.

ESPN analyst Andraya Carter offers her perspective, arguing that longevity is crucial for someone to be the face of the league. She draws a parallel to college sports, where transient players are often overshadowed by long-tenured coaches like Dawn Staley and Geno Auriemma as the recognizable faces. Carter clarifies that while Clark is clearly the most popular and exciting player currently, she implies the title "face of the WNBA" requires sustained presence and impact over a longer period.