Criticism mounts for ‘parasocial’ Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese fans (opens in new tab)

The WNBA has experienced an extraordinary boon in popularity since the arrival of superstars such as Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese in the 2024 WNBA Draft. The explosion in popularity has led to a new media rights deal, CBA, and rapid expansion, with the league expected to grow from 12 teams in 2024 to 18…