Diana Taurasi gave a succinct, four-word response when asked about her upcoming first-ever matchup against Caitlin Clark on Sunday.
Diana Taurasi had previously been vocal about Caitlin Clark’s transition to the WNBA, expressing skepticism about the immediate dominance she showed in college translating seamlessly to the professional level. However, when asked about facing Clark for the first time in their upcoming matchup, Taurasi gave a more reserved response.
“Yeah, it’ll be fun,” Taurasi remarked, before shifting her attention to another question during a press scrum. The Sunday game in Phoenix sets the stage for a generational clash between Taurasi, a pioneer of the WNBA at 20 years Clark’s senior, and Clark, seen as a potential star for the league in the coming decades.
Earlier comments by Taurasi in April had stirred debate, where she pointed out the challenges rookies like Clark face in transitioning to professional basketball, despite their collegiate success. Taurasi emphasized the adjustment period rookies often undergo and highlighted that while greatness typically translates, it’s important to allow for a learning curve.
As Clark continues to navigate her rookie season, which has included physical challenges on the court, Sunday’s game will provide a glimpse into how the experienced Taurasi matches up against the emerging talent of the WNBA.
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