Caitlin Clark, a prominent WNBA player, has sparked reactions not only when mentioned but also when omitted from discussions. On Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, social media users reacted strongly after Ion Sports, a TV network and WNBA broadcast partner, left Clark out of its graphic highlighting the top five WNBA MVP candidates.

Ion Sports, formerly known as PAX TV and known for airing shows like "Supermarket Sweep," has recently expanded into sports coverage, including the WNBA. Despite Clark's impressive season, which includes a 43-point game against Seattle last month and her fourth career triple-double on Friday night in Portland, she was noticeably absent from the MVP graphic.

Fans were stunned by the omission, especially given Clark's significant contributions and strong candidacy for the MVP title. The incident coincided with ongoing discussions about Clark's absence from ESPN's new WNBA documentary, with filmmakers declining to explain why she was left out.

One social media comment captured the sentiment: "Hey, let's roll over to Ion and see what must-see programming they've got going on over there," highlighting the surprise and skepticism around the network's coverage choices.

The situation underscores Clark's impact on the sport and the attention she commands, whether included or excluded from media narratives.

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