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EXCLUSIVE: Larry Bird BLASTS Marina Mabrey for “Cheap Shot” on Caitlin Clark — “No Place in Basketball”
NBA legend Larry Bird didn’t hold back in a fiery interview today, calling out Marina Mabrey for her controversial foul on Caitlin Clark during last night’s Fever-Sky matchup—a play that’s now sparking league-wide outrage.
🔥 What Went Down
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During the 3rd quarter, Mabrey clotheslined Clark on a fast break, sending the rookie crashing to the floor.
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The refs upgraded the foul to a Flagrant 1, but many (including Bird) argue it should’ve been a Flagrant 2 (ejection).
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Clark stayed in the game but was visibly shaken.
🐦 Larry Bird’s Explosive Comments
The Hall of Famer and former Pacers exec told ESPN:
“Back in my day, you’d get knocked out for that crap. That wasn’t basketball—it was a coward’s move. If you can’t guard Caitlin straight up, don’t resort to cheap shots. The league better fix this before someone gets hurt.”
🏀 Fan Reactions: “This Changes Everything”
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Pro-Clark Crowd: Bird’s words validate claims that Clark is being targeted by veterans.
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Mabrey Defenders: Some argue it was a “hard playoff-style foul,” but even Sky coach Teresa Weatherspoon admitted it was “too aggressive.”
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Bigger Issue: WNBA physicality vs. rookie hazing. Even Diana Taurasi recently warned Clark the league would test her.
⚠️ What’s Next?
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The WNBA is reviewing the play for possible retroactive discipline.
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Clark’s response? “I’ll keep getting up.” But Bird’s intervention might force the league to crack down sooner.
🚨 Hot Take: Bird’s influence could be a turning point in how the WNBA protects its stars.
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