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Reggie Miller Defends Caitlin Clark Comparison Amid Backlash

3/5/2026

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Reggie Miller faced backlash for comparing Caitlin Clark's game to Payton Pritchard on NBC.
Fans viewed the comparison as a slight against Clark, a leading figure in women's basketball.
Miller defended his stance on The Dan Patrick Show, saying he focused on playing style.
He said he would have mentioned Stephen Curry when asked about impact.
Miller said Clark embodies qualities of several NBA stars, including Payton Pritchard.

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Reggie Miller faced backlash for comparing Caitlin Clark's game to Payton Pritchard on NBC.
Fans viewed the comparison as a slight against Clark, a leading figure in women's basketball.
Miller defended his stance on The Dan Patrick Show, saying he focused on playing style.
He said he would have mentioned Stephen Curry when asked about impact.
Miller said Clark embodies qualities of several NBA stars, including Payton Pritchard.