LeBron James Reveals Why He Supports WNBA Star Caitlin Clark

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Caitlin Clark has dealt with a lot of criticism over the course of her first year in the WNBA. None of it has come from Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. 

For the past few months, James has shown a tremendous amount of support for Clark. He has even defended her from online trolls. While some people thought he just loved the Iowa legend's game, the reason he has so much respect for her goes beyond the court. 

During a recent interview, James explained how he knows what Clark is going through right now. He knows what it's like to have people watching every single move you make with the sole purpose of hoping you fail. 

"I have a great deal of respect for Caitlin Clark, because I know exactly what it means to be drafted, be the face of a franchise, and also get the scrutiny from a lot of people that don't believe you're ready for the next jump, don't believe you're ready for the big leagues, and just don't think that you belong," James told Esquire. "And I remember that when I came into the league at eighteen years old how many people doubted me and hoped and prayed that I'd fail. 

"And so, me watching Caitlin and seeing what she's doing, I've been in support of her since day one, because I remember myself going through that, and she has my support 100 percent. She's a transcendent player. And obviously we all saw that at Iowa, and I knew that it would translate to the big leagues. And she's an unbelievable talent. It's great to watch." 

Love him or hate him, LeBron James has the right stance on Caitlin Clark. 

Clark has not yet responded to these kind words from James. Perhaps that'll come soon. 

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