‘That’s What Makes America Great’ Comment Forces Apology From WNBA Commentator

I disagree with them. That’s fine,” the commentator said. “That’s what makes America great right?”

The question earned a cold silence from her colleague before telling her to rephrase the question by asking if it’s okay to have a different opinion.

“That’s a better way to say it, sorry about that,” the announcer apologized.

The awkward apology didn’t go unnoticed.

Clay Travis called out the WNBA

On Monday, Clay Travis said the conversation was the “Most WNBA media move possible.

“WNBA announcer says, ‘That’s what makes America great.’ Apologizes and rephrases after awkward silence from co-announcer who was upset with her word choice. Most WNBA media move possible.” Travis posted on X.

Fans on social media voiced their opinions on the matter.

“Now you can’t even acknowledge that America is great? It’s a wrap, we’re cooked,” wrote a fan.

“It’s mind boggling they hate our country when they don’t have a left admin in charge. @espn can you do better? Do you have no shame?,” posted another.

The controversy came hours after the United States decided to bomb Iran’s domestic nuclear program. The league has been under fire from fans who think players need to show more respect for the national anthem.