WNBA Legend Lisa Leslie's 6-Word Caitlin Clark Message Says It All

WNBA legend Lisa Leslie said what all Indiana Fever and basketball fans are thinking.

Nov 30, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Indiana Fever player Caitlin Clark looks on during the second half of the game between the Phoenix Suns and the Golden State Warriors at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images | Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

WNBA legend Lisa Leslie has not been hesitant to give Caitlin Clark her flowers. This has led to Indiana Fever fans heaping kudos on the basketball great.

But while Leslie made some waves for not mincing words about the impact Clark has had on the WNBA and women's basketball, her words about Clark's game are sure to resonate with the Fever faithful as well.

Leslie was a guest on USA Today's Sports Seriously and had plenty of praise for Clark beyond just what she has done to bring more eyes to the sport. In discussing her affinity for watching the Fever star on the court, Leslie had this to say. "I just appreciate the way she shows up. She's a competitor. She's a trash talker. She makes players around her better. She's exciting to watch."

Leslie then added, "Quite frankly, I miss seeing her," which is sure to be relatable to hoops heads everywhere.

Leslie, who was a commentator for Unrivaled, made mention of wishing that Clark was a part of that league before going on to show love to other WNBA stars like A'ja Wilson and Napheesa Collier.

lisa leslie on cc’s game: “she’s a competitor, she’s a trashtalker, she makes players around her better. she’s exciting to watch and quite frankly i miss seeing her. being at unrivaled, i wished that she was there. i’ve missed seeing her play, so i look forward seeing her back.” pic.twitter.com/zcd9Wx2cbI

— cc akgae (@clrkszn) March 29, 2025

Given that Clark was not a part of Unrivaled, it has been over six months since fans have had a chance to see her on the court in a real competition. This is why Leslie's expression of missing her play says it all.

But just as the WNBA legend is thankful for what Clark has brought to the game, thankfully, the drought without Fever basketball will ending in fewer than 50 days.