Sabreena Merchant,

Sabreena Merchant is a sports journalist who specializes in women's basketball. She currently serves as a staff writer for The Athletic, covering the WNBA after previously working for SB Nation where she covered both the WNBA and NBA. Sabreena is a graduate of Duke University, where she was involved in writing for the independent student newspaper, The Chronicle. Based in Los Angeles, her work focuses on providing comprehensive coverage and analysis of women's basketball games, players and news. She has closely followed Caitlin Clark's career progression and reported on her performances in various matches as well as the controversies surrounding her inclusion or exclusion in teams. Sabreena also provides unique insights into the world of women's basketball, offering a perspective that is both informed and engaging.

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/sabreena-merchant/

85%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

95%

Examples:

  • Caitlin Clark headline first-round fan voting for WNBA All-Star Game
  • Sun bounce back with win over Fever while foul trouble hinders Caitlin Clark again: 4 takeaways
  • Was leaving Caitlin Clark off the Olympic roster a mistake? WNBA experts debate

Conflicts of Interest

95%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Caitlin Clark scored only 10 points and had more turnovers than assists for Fever.
  • Connecticut Sun won against Indiana Fever with a score of 89-72.
  • Indiana Fever had league-worst defensive rating in the first quarter and negative net rating in the opening frame.

Deceptions

62%

Examples:

  • But it’s pretty obvious that her ability to contribute on the court wasn’t the decisive factor in her inclusion if we’re also talking about her leadership and the vibes on the team.
  • The fact that Clark didn’t make the team was totally reasonable.

Recent Articles

WNBA All-Star Game: Aja Wilson and Caitlin Clark Lead Fan Voting, Top 10 to Be Announced on July 2

WNBA All-Star Game: Aja Wilson and Caitlin Clark Lead Fan Voting, Top 10 to Be Announced on July 2

Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024 Las Vegas Aces' A'ja Wilson and Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark lead fan voting for the 2024 WNBA All-Star Game, with Wilson holding a slight edge. Both players are top performers this season, amassing over 210,000 votes each. The game will pit the WNBA All-Stars against the US Women's National Basketball Team on July 20 in Phoenix.
Caitlin Clark's Controversial Exclusion from US Olympic Team Sparks Debate on Race and Gender in Basketball

Caitlin Clark's Controversial Exclusion from US Olympic Team Sparks Debate on Race and Gender in Basketball

Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024 Caitlin Clark, the 2024 WNBA's top pick, faces controversy over Olympic exclusion and discussions on race and gender in basketball. Despite criticism for popularity and race, she stays focused. Fox News claims Wilson believes Clark's popularity is due to being White, while Hammon disagrees. Deadline reports Clark speaks out against using her name for racist agendas. NBA Commissioner Silver expresses disappointment over her Olympic absence due to impressive WNBA performance.
Connecticut Sun Dominate Indiana Fever with Impressive Performance: Caitlin Clark Struggles, Sun Lead 10-1

Connecticut Sun Dominate Indiana Fever with Impressive Performance: Caitlin Clark Struggles, Sun Lead 10-1

Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024 The Connecticut Sun defeated the Indiana Fever in a WNBA matchup, extending their league-best record to 10-1. Despite Caitlin Clark's struggles and Indiana's poor performance, she remains a highly touted player. The Fever fell further behind with a record of 3-10 as they face the Washington Mystics in their next game.
Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese: Rookie Showdown in WNBA's Commissioner's Cup as Iowa Fever Face Chicago Sky

Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese: Rookie Showdown in WNBA's Commissioner's Cup as Iowa Fever Face Chicago Sky

Broke On: Saturday, 01 June 2024 WNBA rookie sensations Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese face off for the first time as the Indiana Fever take on the Chicago Sky in their 2024 Commissioner's Cup opener. Clark, leading all rookies in scoring and assists, faces off against Reese, top rebounder and steals leader. The highly anticipated matchup tips off at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 1st at 12 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Caitlin Clark's Home Debut: Nine Points in Fever's Loss to Liberty

Caitlin Clark's Home Debut: Nine Points in Fever's Loss to Liberty

Broke On: Thursday, 16 May 2024 In her WNBA home debut, highly anticipated rookie Caitlin Clark scored nine points, seven rebounds, and six assists for the Indiana Fever in a loss to the New York Liberty. Despite the 102-66 defeat, Clark remained optimistic about her performance and the team's progress as they prepare to face the Liberty again on May 19.