Aliyah Boston Breaks Silence on Snatching Caitlin Clark’s Drink on Camera

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Matt De Lima | Last updated Jul 30, 2025 11:05 AM ET

WNBA All-Star weekend always delivers off-court moments that go viral just as fast as anything between the lines. This year, one of the most-talked-about clips didn’t involve a buzzer-beater or flashy fit — it involved a quick reflex, a camera-aware teammate and a drink disappearing midstream.

During a Twitch broadcast hosted by the Minnesota Lynx duo of Natisha Hiedeman and Courtney Williams, Indiana Fever stars Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston joined the “Studbudz” live show.

As Clark casually held an adult beverage on camera, Boston, seated beside her, took one quick glance at the stream setup and made her move. The clip lit up social media almost immediately. What looked like a subtle, instinctive gesture quickly became one of the most shared videos of the weekend.

Aliyah Boston Explains Why She Took Caitlin Clark’s Drink on Stream

Boston didn’t shy away when asked about the moment during her podcast "Post Moves" with Candace Parker. In fact, she owned it with honesty and humor.

"That's just who I am," Boston said. "I'm like, 'OK you know what? You're gonna be on camera.' Let me just slide this out the view so we don't have to worry about it, no one has to see it."

She added that she genuinely believed she was being discreet. "I thought that no one could see me," she continued. "I was like, no one can even see what's happening here. But I was wrong."

The online reaction was overwhelmingly positive, with fans praising Boston for looking out for her teammate’s public image. While Clark absolutely deserves to unwind and enjoy her All-Star experience, Boston’s move felt like a savvy reminder that the cameras are always rolling and that teammates protect each other, even off the court.

Inside Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston’s Growing Bond in Indiana

Since Clark’s arrival in Indiana, she and Boston have quickly established chemistry beyond basketball. The two share a pregame ritual in which Boston tells Clark, “You are amazing,” — an authentic moment of support that has become a small but meaningful part of their routine.

On the court, Boston’s leadership as a former No. 1 overall pick and Clark’s gravity as a scorer have given the Fever a marketable duo built on mutual trust. Off the court, moments like this livestream add to their growing presence as ambassadors for the WNBA’s next generation.

Boston’s drink-snatch may have looked like a reflex, but it was a reflection of something deeper: a teammate keeping watch, in the spotlight and behind the scenes.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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