Jemele Hill Accuses U.S. Congressman Of Being Dead Wrong On Caitlin Clark

Former ESPN star Jemele Hill appears to be at odds with a member of the United States House of Representatives. Congressman Brendan Boyle ripped the WNBA earlier this week for failing to market Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark to her full potential. He even compared the No. 1 pick from the 2024 ...

by Chris Rosvoglou

Jul 1, 2026

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Former ESPN star Jemele Hill appears to be at odds with a member of the United States House of Representatives.

Congressman Brendan Boyle ripped the WNBA earlier this week for failing to market Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark to her full potential. He even compared the No. 1 pick from the 2024 draft to the legendary Michael Jordan.

"Admittedly I’m not a big WNBA fan and won’t be until Philly gets a team. But it’s just bizarre to me they don’t market the one player they have who attracts so many fans, and that’s Caitlin Clark," Boyle said. "It’s so strange. I remember the way the NBA marketed Jordan to the hilt."

That remark from Boyle didn't sit well with Hill, who claims the Philly politician is flat-out wrong on this subject.

"If you’re not a big WNBA fan and don’t watch, then how would you even know how they market Caitlin Clark?" Hill replied. "You’re also wrong, but please continue with your sizzling take."

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) reacts to a foul called as Phoenix Mercury forward Ashten Prechtel (10) yells in excitement on Monday, June 22, 2026, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Who is right in this situation?

Fans have made it clear they believe the league has done a poor job of protecting Clark, especially after she was hit in the throat by Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas. As for the WNBA's marketing strategy, let's just say it hasn't been a disaster.

Every game for the Fever this season is either nationally televised or streamed on a major platform. Just a week ago, Sports Media Watch revealed that Prime Video averaged 816,000 viewers for a showdown between Indiana and the Atlanta Dream.

“Atlanta’s win increased 19% from the season’s previous matchup between the teams — and their stars Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese — which also aired on Prime Video (686K). The teams played again this past weekend on ABC, figures for which will be available Wednesday,” Sports Media Watch reported. “… Prime Video is now averaging 504,000 viewers for WNBA games this season, and outpacing the linear networks by 33 percent in adults 18-34, and 9% by adults 18-49.”

Do you think the WNBA has mishandled its coverage of Caitlin Clark?