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In another part of the league, Caitlyn Clark played for the Atlanta Dreamers against a team characterized as the “Masculine Dreamers.” With over 17,000 fans in attendance, the game should have represented a turning point for the Dreamers, showcasing women's basketball to a larger audience. Instead, it appears the occasion was squandered, reinforcing negative stereotypes about the WNBA's quality.
Despite drawing a crowd typically reserved for major sporting events, the gameplay reportedly failed to impress. The team opted to create a narrative demanding respect rather than earning it through performance. The commentary suggests that the league’s insistence on respect feels forced and is in stark contrast to the realities of the basketball being played on the court.