The notion of a rivalry between Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark and Phoenix Mercury superstar Diana Taurasi may be overstated. Before their teams’ intense game in Phoenix on Sunday, the two stars shared a warm hug, setting a friendly tone.
During an official review triggered by a brief scuffle between players from both teams, Clark and Taurasi were seen sharing a laugh. The referees had to assess a couple of technical fouls after reviewing the on-court altercation, but the game continued as scheduled.
As play was paused, ESPN’s broadcast captured a delightful moment of Clark and Taurasi laughing and talking. It was a heartwarming sight for viewers at home, showcasing their camaraderie despite the competitive atmosphere.
Caitlin Clark and Diana Taurasi share a moment on the court. pic.twitter.com/elRFB4SXME
— The Sporting News (@sportingnews) June 30, 2024
All smiles for Diana Taurasi and Caitlin Clark 😃 pic.twitter.com/10asAETmdg
— ESPN (@espn) June 30, 2024
While they were fierce competitors on the court, it was refreshing to see Clark and Taurasi relax and share a genuine moment of laughter following the brief conflict between their teams.
Maybe Clark and Taurasi wind up being friends after all?