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Cari Champion news
The gist
Former ESPN host Cari Champion called Caitlin Clark's fan base 'entitled' and a cult that behaves like MAGA.
The remarks drew backlash and renewed debate over how the WNBA handles its biggest star.
How it unfolded
- Sep 12, 2026A Sports Media Watch item notes ESPN's highest-profile SportsCenter is moving to Washington D.C. and that Cari Champion is leaving ESPN.
- Sep 13, 2026Stephen A. Smith revisits Champion's First Take hiring with Skip Bayless, who confirms Smith pushed for her hiring while refusing to take sides.
- Sep 17, 2026Champion accuses 'nasty' Caitlin Clark fans of hurting the WNBA in a conversation with politician Bakari Sellers.