Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith has unleashed a furious tirade against DiJonai Carrington after a controversial moment in a recent WNBA game where Carrington appeared to hit Iowa superstar Caitlin Clark in the eye. Smith, known for his no-holds-barred takes, did not hold back, calling Carrington’s actions “completely unacceptable” and “an intentional cheap shot.”
During the heated matchup, tensions between the players reached a boiling point, leading to the incident where Clark was struck in the eye, visibly shaken and in pain. While officials reviewed the play, fans and analysts were quick to express their outrage, with Smith leading the charge.
On his show, Smith tore into Carrington’s actions, stating, “This was not an accident. You don’t go for someone’s face like that and claim it’s a mistake. DiJonai needs to be held accountable for this, and the league should take action.” Smith’s comments echoed the sentiments of many fans who are demanding consequences for the dangerous play.
Caitlin Clark, known for her resilience, managed to push through despite the injury, but the altercation has left many questioning Carrington’s sportsmanship. As this story continues to develop, the WNBA may be forced to address the incident and possibly issue penalties to prevent similar situations in the future.
Fans are waiting to see how both players and the league respond to this escalating controversy.