Brittney Griner Allegedly Used Racist Comments Against Caitlin Clark [WATCH]

WNBA player Brittney Griner is facing backlash following an on-court incident involving Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark during a Thursday night game against the Atlanta Dream.

The situation escalated after Griner fouled out in the fourth quarter, allegedly striking Clark in the face with her elbow during a contested play.

The foul marked Griner’s fifth of the game, automatically disqualifying her for the remainder of the matchup.

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After being benched, Griner appeared to say something on the sidelines that many on social media claim was a racial slur directed at Clark.

While official audio has not been released, some online users believe Griner used the phrase “trash f—ing White girl” while referring to the Fever rookie.

Clark, the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year and former Iowa standout, did not publicly comment on the incident following the game.

However, the moment has sparked widespread debate online, especially among sports commentators and athletes.

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Earlier in the same game, Clark had a separate verbal exchange with Dream guard Rhyne Howard.

During a brief confrontation on the court, Clark was overheard telling Howard, “I’m not scared of you,” as teammates and officials stepped in to de-escalate the situation.

“i’m not scared of you” pic.twitter.com/STJxLkIvZf

— correlation (@nosyone4) May 22, 2025

Griner’s actions and alleged comment are now drawing attention beyond the WNBA.

Riley Gaines, a former NCAA swimmer and women’s sports advocate, responded to the incident, pointing out what she described as a racial double standard in sports and media.

“Imagine if Clark had said the inverse,” Gaines said.

“If Clark had said ‘f***ing black girl’ or anything that even mentioned Griner’s race, the WNBA would probably expel her, the woke cancel culture mob would riot, and she would probably receive credible death threats.”

Brittney Griner appeared to call Caitlin Clark “trash” and a “f***ing white girl” after fouling out last night.

Just a reminder: this is who we traded for the Russian Merchant of Death.

Now imagine if Clark had said the inverse. pic.twitter.com/iMzf6JaYfo

— Riley Gaines (@Riley_Gaines_) May 24, 2025

As of now, the WNBA has not issued any formal statement regarding the incident.

It is unclear whether the league intends to launch a review or investigation into the alleged remarks or the nature of the foul.

The controversy comes as Griner continues to regain her place in professional basketball following her return to the United States in December 2022.

Griner had been detained in Russia after being found guilty of drug smuggling with criminal intent, stemming from cannabis oil found in her luggage at a Moscow airport.

She was sentenced to nine years in a Russian prison.

President Joe Biden later authorized a high-profile prisoner exchange to bring Griner home, trading her for international arms dealer Viktor Bout, who had been serving a 25-year sentence in the U.S. for conspiracy to kill Americans and supply weapons to terrorist organizations.

Bout, often referred to as the “Merchant of Death,” was later reported to have resumed arms activity, allegedly facilitating a $10 million deal involving Houthi rebels in Yemen.

The Griner-Clark incident has now reignited broader discussions about sportsmanship, race, and media coverage in professional women’s athletics.

Critics have questioned whether league leadership and media figures will apply consistent standards in addressing potential racially charged conduct, regardless of the players involved.

Neither Griner nor the Atlanta Dream have responded to requests for comment as of Friday afternoon.

The WNBA has also not confirmed whether any disciplinary action is under consideration.

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