Welcome back to another episode of Words of Steele. With the Summer Olympics in Paris around the corner, Tom shares that he is still grappling with Caitlin Clark's omission from the US Women's Basketball team. He explores the WNBA's influence on team selection, why marketability matters, and the peculiar decision to leave out one of the most iconic players.
Tom also discusses Bronny James, LeBron's son, who, despite underwhelming stats, was drafted by the Lakers. Is this about merit or marketability? Join Tom as he compares these intriguing cases and uncovers what they reveal about today's sports world. Tune in for a thought-provoking episode!
Episode Highlights:
- Caitlin Clark was ‘taken into consideration’.
- What are the criteria for the Olympic team?
- Is Bronny James NBA material?
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