Boston Celtics Legend Says WNBA Should Be 'Kissing the Ground' Caitlin Clark Walks On

Boston Celtics legend Bob Cousy said the WNBA should be “kissing the ground” that Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark walks on. Here’s why Cousy, 97, made a bold statement about the WNBA and Clark, 23.

Boston Celtics Legend Says WNBA Should Be “Kissing the Ground” Caitlin Clark Walks On

The 2025 WNBA season has been exciting, but a huge portion of the fanbase has been disappointed about how Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark’s season hasn’t gone as planned. Clark has missed a majority of the season with various soft tissue injuries. Clark’s most recent injury in her groin has kept her sidelined since July 15.

There hasn’t been a clear indication of when Clark might return, so the WNBA ratings have continued to dip. That said, Bob Cousy shared a strong quote to the Boston Globe in an August 8 article. Cousy said, “She’s had a tremendous impact on that league and their earning potential. They should be kissing the ground she walks on, not trying to foul her and get her out of the game.”

Cousy’s statement might be blunt, but Clark has added significant value to the WNBA. Cousy’s sentiment is also justified. Cousy was a six-time NBA champion, the 1957 NBA MVP, a 13-time NBA All-Star, an eight-time NBA assists leader, and had his No. 14 jersey retired by the Celtics.

Celtics Legend’s Appreciation for Clark

Some people wouldn’t be as blunt as Bob Cousy, but Cousy’s appreciation for Clark is something we all can agree on. Cousy made a name for himself in Boston, while Clark has been compared to legends such as Sue Bird and Stephen Curry early on in Indianapolis.

Final Thoughts

Bob Cousy’s bold statement about Caitlin Clark not only generated sporting news headlines but also highlighted the significance of a superstar player to a team’s success in most, if not all, categories. Clark revealed in an August 8 episode of the “Bird’s Eye View” podcast with Bird about how being sidelined and knowing how this contributes to the WNBA ratings dip makes her feel.

Clark told Bird, “It has definitely been hard. I’m gonna go to every road game, no matter what. Whether I’m playing or not. And it’s hard, because obviously I do feel this responsibility of being out there and playing. You do want to play. You do want to give people something to cheer about, or to scream about. People spend so much time, and money, and resources, to come and watch you play.”