Known for his controversial opinions, 72-year-old broadcaster Skip Bayless is an avid fan of Caitlin Clark, leading to an inevitable collision of these two passions. Bayless has made headlines with his bold statements about the Indiana Fever’s standout player, including his recent claim that she is ‘the best 22 since Emmitt Smith,’ a high praise considering Smith’s status as the NFL’s leading rusher. Several sports legends have worn the number 22 jersey, including Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson, who is currently a top contender for this year’s Most Valuable Player award, potentially securing her third win.
Skip Bayless, on the other hand, is not yet ready to declare Wilson as the 2024 WNBA MVP. According to the former ‘Undisputed’ host, Caitlin Clark has emerged as a serious contender for the MVP title. Bayless mentioned that Clark is starting to challenge A’ja Wilson for the league’s MVP position due to her game control and performance. He also discussed Clark’s dominance in winning the Rookie of the Year award over Angel Reese from the Chicago Sky. Despite these accolades, Bayless emphasized Clark’s rising MVP status, especially after she was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Month for August. Clark’s impressive stats helped the Fever secure a playoff spot for the first time since 2018, leading to an increasing number of supporters joining the Caitlin Clark MVP bandwagon.
