Angel McCoughtry expressed frustration on the Just Women Sports podcast, criticizing Skip Bayless for his recent comments. Others in the WNBA are just as capable. Why didn’t you say a word when Marina Mabrey put up 53 this season?' she asked. The five-time All-Star was responding to Bayless's praise of Caitlin Clark's 45-point game, which he highlighted as a sign of her dominance and her role as the league's face.
Mabrey's 53-point game went unmentioned
Marina Mabrey had a standout performance earlier in the season, scoring 53 points in a 125-97 win over the Los Angeles Sparks. That number matched the league's single-game scoring record, set previously by Liz Cambage and A’ja Wilson. Mabrey also tied the record for most three-pointers in a game with nine from 18 attempts. McCoughtry noted Bayless stayed silent about her historic night, even as he celebrated Clark's 40-point game shortly after.
Clark's performance was historic in its own way
Caitlin Clark's game against the Seattle Storm was also remarkable. Bayless, who often supports top athletes, continued to highlight Clark's impact, suggesting she could be a top MVP contender after the All-Star break. Her performance set new standards, including the first 40-point and 10-assist game in WNBA history.
McCoughtry argues the WNBA has multiple stars
McCoughtry criticized Bayless for his selective praise, arguing that the WNBA has many standout players, not just Clark. She highlighted rookie Olivia Miles, who has already outpaced Clark in points and assists this season. Clark contributed 20 of her 21 points in the first half of the Fever's game against Connecticut, helping the team break franchise records.
Even with her accomplishments, Clark remains under more public scrutiny. McCoughtry's main point is clear—Bayless needs to acknowledge all the stars driving the WNBA's success, not just those in the spotlight.