Paige Bueckers Says Caitlin Clark Has Too Much Pressure On Her In Games

Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark represent the pinnacle of women’s basketball today. Recently, Bueckers highlighted the extraordinary pressure Clark endures during her games, labeling it as “inhumane.” Nevertheless, she's deeply impressed by Clark's ability to navigate this intensity with poise. Bueckers remarked on Thursday, “Clark manages it gracefully. The expectations she faces nightly to perform at peak levels are extreme. It’s unfair for anyone to be deemed perfect and to be judged harshly based on individual games." She praised Clark’s resilience in blocking out external distractions, emphasizing her dedication to both herself and her team. Adding to Clark’s challenges, she is currently contending with a groin injury that sidelined her in the Fever's recent loss to the Sparks, 85-75. Bueckers, who also experienced similar expectations as the No. 1 WNBA draft pick, resonated with Clark’s narrative. She noted the importance of self-compassion amidst the competitiveness of elite sports.